It was a much-needed win for Vancouver, which still sits seventh in the PWHL standings, three points behind New York with 10 games to go.
The result also snapped a four-game skid for the Goldeneyes and marked their first victory since Jan. 25.
TAKEAWAYS
Goldeneyes: Were the dominant side to start, peppering Osborne with shots early and outshooting the visitors 12-5 across the first period, but struggled to handle New York’s push in the second. … Campbell started a third straight game. Goalie Emerance Maschmeyer remains day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Sirens: Cut the deficit to 3-2 with Bargman’s goal 13:49 into the second but couldn’t rally to tie the score … Have now lost four straight road games. … Fillier continues to lead the team in scoring with five goals and 11 assists on the season.
KEY MOMENT
Vanisova broke the tension 5:27 into the third with a shot from inside the faceoff circle. Osborne got her blocker in the puck’s path but it bounced up and back, landing in the net to give the Goldeneyes a 4-2 lead. It was Vanisova’s second goal of the season.
KEY STAT
Shokina’s first-period goal marked just the second time the Goldeneyes have scored on a power play at home this season. The team is 2-for-23 on home ice.
UP NEXT
Goldeneyes: Close out a five-game homestand Saturday against the Minnesota Frost.
Sirens: Host the Seattle Torrent on March 25.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 18, 2026.
Gemma Karstens-Smith, The Canadian Press