VHLM First Round Playoff Preview: Saskatoon Wild vs. Philadelphia Reapers

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VHLM First Round Playoff Preview: Saskatoon Wild vs. Philadelphia Reapers

 

The VHLM playoffs are upon us, and the stage is set for some intense first-round action as the Saskatoon Wild clash with the Philadelphia Reapers. Both teams have shown their mettle in the regular season, but now the real test begins in their quest for the coveted Founders Cup.

The Saskatoon Wild, finishing the regular season with 104 points, are led by a potent offensive lineup featuring Jorji Costova, Aeschylus Jigglejawns CXXXVII II, and Joshua Schwarzer. With a combined total of 220 points among them, this trio has the ability to light up the scoreboard and pose a significant challenge to the Reapers' defense.

In the crease, Joseph Reed has been a stalwart presence for the Wild, boasting a solid 0.908 save percentage and a 2.11 goals-against average.

For the Philadelphia Reapers, their top-line forwards, Caring Bear and Behrens Minion, have been nothing short of sensational. The duo has combined for a jaw-dropping 213 points, making them a formidable offensive threat.

Between the pipes, Amir Redzic will be tasked with keeping the Wild's offense at bay, sporting a respectable 0.912 save percentage.

When these two formidable teams clash in the first round, fans can expect high-intensity hockey with everything on the line. The road to the Founders Cup begins here, and both the Saskatoon Wild and the Philadelphia Reapers are determined to make their mark in VHLM history.

 

Edited September 28, 2023 by Velevra