Saturday, May 3, 2008

5/2 Recap: Byron nets game winner

Locked in a 2-2 tie entering the third period, Sabres property Paul Byron notched the game winning goal for Gatineau, lifting les Olympiques to a 6-2 win over Rouyn-Noranda in the opening frame of the QMJHL Finals. The power play winner was Byron's 16th of the playoffs. He accumulated five shots on goal in the win, while also contributing a team-best four blocks. The two clubs will battle again this evening for game two.