Playoffs Round 3 — Late Drama, Big Wins, and a Costly Gamble

Week 3 of the playoffs delivered high-stakes moments across the board, from back-and-forth battles to dominant performances—and one late-game decision that sealed the night.

Platinum Group, World Orphans skate to 5–5 draw
The night opened with a back-and-forth showdown as Platinum Group and World Orphans battled to a 5–5 tie. Momentum swung throughout, with neither side able to find the late winner.

OUTCAN handles AMOS, 5–1
OUTCAN followed with a strong 5–1 win over AMOS, controlling the pace and limiting chances to secure a convincing result.

HollowBrook rolls past Triple J, 6–1
HollowBrook continued its playoff push with a dominant 6–1 victory over Triple J, using sustained pressure and efficient scoring to keep the game out of reach.

OS Offices powers past Nelson, 10–4
OS Offices delivered one of the night’s most lopsided results, defeating Nelson 10–4. Nelson faced adversity with starter Thane Gilmore out on the IR list, forcing Mike Gipson to step in net on short notice.

Velodrome capitalizes late, beats Ace 5–2
The night closed with a tight battle between Ace and Velodrome. Late in the third, Ace pulled their goalie in an effort to tie the game, but Velodrome capitalized with two empty-net goals to secure a 5–2 win.

Week 3 showcased the intensity and unpredictability of playoff hockey, where momentum shifts quickly—and every decision carries weight.