
Cleveland’s Playoff Push: Monsters Lead Series and Eye Eastern Finals
Cleveland holds a 2‑1 edge over Toronto, driven by early goals, strong goaltending and a roster that includes Owen Sillinger, Zach Sawchenko and other standouts.
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Cleveland holds a 2‑1 edge over Toronto, driven by early goals, strong goaltending and a roster that includes Owen Sillinger, Zach Sawchenko and other standouts.

Cleveland seized a 2-1 series lead after a 4-0 win in Game 3, with early goals from Sillinger and Fasching and a shutout by Sawchenko.

The Tampa Bay Lightning have inked forward Nick Abruzzese to a one‑year, two‑way contract, bringing a proven AHL scorer and NHL veteran into the fold.

After three seasons shaping the nation’s top under‑18 talent, Greg Moore’s contract with the National Team Development Program was not renewed, ending a stint marked by silver and bronze medals on the world stage.

The Cleveland Monsters are poised for a playoff showdown, driven by a cultural overhaul led by coaches Rick Bowness and Trent Vogelhuber, whose emphasis on process and player development has sparked a turnaround.

Ben Danford, the Maple Leafs’ 2024 first‑round pick, navigates a transition from the Oshawa Generals to the Toronto Marlies, while his international experience adds depth to a playoff‑bound roster.