U.S. Dominates Canada 4-1 in Rivalry Series Finale
The U.S. Women’s National Team concluded the 2025 Rivalry Series with a decisive victory over Canada, winning 4-1 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta. This victory completed a perfect series for the U.S., which ended with a record of 4-0-0-0 (Wins-Otten-OT Losses-Losses).
Key Moments from the Rivalry Series Finale
The match showcased intense competition, with both teams displaying skill and determination. U.S. head coach John Wroblewski acknowledged the challenge posed by Canada but praised his team’s resilience. “We expected them to come out swinging and were able to weather the storm,” he said.
Game Summary
The first period featured fast-paced action. The U.S. had two power-play chances but was outshot 12-6. However, goalie Aerin Frankel made crucial saves to keep the game scoreless.
- Second Period: With 14:47 remaining, the U.S. scored first. Abbey Murphy, drawing attention from defenders, allowed Caroline Harvey’s shot to deflect off a skate and into the net.
- Less than a minute later, Brianne Jenner responded for Canada, tying the game at 1-1.
- Laila Edwards then gave the U.S. a 2-1 lead just over a minute later, thanks to a setup from Taylor Heise.
U.S. star Hilary Knight extended the lead by scoring two goals in the second period, including an empty-net goal with 1:37 remaining in the game, finalizing the score at 4-1.
Next Steps
This victory provides momentum for Team USA as they prepare for upcoming competitions, including a significant event in Milan. The team’s strong performance in the series highlighted their potential and readiness to face international challenges.
