Minnesota Frost ends losing streak with decisive win over Toronto Sceptres

On March 30, 2025, at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota, the Minnesota Frost faced off against the Toronto Sceptres in a crucial matchup. The Frost quickly established dominance, with Taylor Heise scoring the first goal just 58 seconds into the game, followed by Britta Curl-Salemme scoring less than a minute later. This early surge helped the Frost build a significant three-goal lead by the second period, thanks to additional goals from Sophie Jaques and Liz Schepers. Despite being touted as the best power-play team in the league, Toronto struggled to capitalize on their chances throughout the game. Nicole Hensley, the Frost's goalie, made 27 saves, showcasing impressive defensive capabilities. Although Toronto managed to score twice in the final period, bringing the game to 4-2, Heise secured the victory with a wraparound goal late in the game, finalizing the score at 5-2 in favor of the Frost. This win allowed Minnesota to snap a three-match losing streak and temporarily kept the Sceptres from clinching a playoff spot. The importance of this game transcend mere statistics; it played a pivotal role in the playoff race. As of this match, Minnesota now holds two points ahead of the Ottawa Charge, marking a significant moment in the league's standings. This is particularly crucial as the league will shortly take an international break for the IIHF Women’s World Championship, after which the league will resume, allowing teams to re-strategize and seek critical playoff points. The matchup on March 30 also highlighted individual performances, where Heise proved to be a key player for the Frost, scoring two goals during the game. Furthermore, Brooke McQuigge continued her point streak, ending with an assist that contributes to her successful season. As the regular season progresses toward its conclusion on May 3, the stakes continue to rise for teams vying for playoff positions. With one playoff spot already secured by the Montreal Victoire, the pressure mounts for Minnesota and Toronto, both of whom are fighting for a chance at postseason play.