Games: 191-200

[VHL Games 1,163]

Game 191:

Houston Bulls vs. San Diego Marlins

Game 192:

Mexico City Kings vs. Ottawa Lynx

Game 193:

Las Vegas Aces vs. Miami Marauders

Game 194:

Halifax 21st vs. Philadelphia Reapers

Game 195:

Mississauga Hounds vs. Saskatoon Wild

Game 196:

Ottawa Lynx vs. Mexico City Kings

Game 197:

Philadelphia Reapers vs. Halifax 21st

Game 198:

San Diego Marlins vs. Mississauga Hounds

Game 199:

Saskatoon Wild vs. Las Vegas Aces

Game 200:

Miami Marauders vs. Houston Bulls

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[Mutti 140]

Game 200 recap:

This game between Miami Marauders and Houston Bulls was expected to be a fairly ballanced and close one. After all, the teams are just a few points apart in the standings. However, the game turned out to be very different than we expected.

 

1st period

Houston's Benjamin Abenduct opened the score. His goal was followed by another one soon after, this time by Barry McOckiner. However, as Bulls showed a passion for scoring, they also showed their passion in playing physical. This lead to three different powerplays, one of which let to a goal by Bilbo Teebaggins of Miami. The one-goal-game did not last for long, however, as soon after, Tyler Lawson of Houston scored team's third goal. Thus, the period ended with a 3-1 in favor of Houston.

2nd period

In the second period, Miami was looking to turn things around. This eventually lead to a more physical game from them, they couldn't capitalise on it, though. Miami and Houston exchanged penalties and Harold Benson of Houston was amazing in the net, stopping every attempt Miami had. To add the salt to injury for Marauders, Houston added 4th goal to the board. Things were looking grim for Miami heading to the end of the period.

3rd period

Third and last period of this match definitely showed who dominated the ice that evening. Miami played even more physical game, which, sadly, only lead to two power-plays for Houston, one of which they utilised to score their 5th goal of the night. This marked the end of hope for Miami in that game, as it was the last goal of the night.

Both teams tried their hardest, that was obvious. However, only Houston was able to capitalise on their efforts. Plus, their goalie Benson was unstoppable.

 

Overall, however, it was a thrilling and enjoyable game. Fans will surely look forward to seeing more games like this!

 

- Ben Icio del Torro