After two matches, Magnitogorsk leads with a score of 2-0. The first match ended with a score of 2:1, and the second – 1:0.
Kuznetsov’s goal and assist helped Carolina beat the Islanders in NHL playoff opener
“It was clear that 10 days without matches would destabilize Lokomotiv. Moreover, Yaroslavl, it seems to me, believed in advance that he was the favorite of the series. Hence, let’s say, a vague start.
“Magnitka”, on the contrary, was happy. It is clear that the team is in good shape. Contrary to predictions, she does not lose to the “Skater”, but seems more interesting in combination. Another thing is that the series as a whole is not yet taking shape. No show.
Four periods out of six – no goals scored! And it’s in the final, where, in theory, the best teams in the country meet. And this is not in football, but in hockey, where we have always been famous for our attack. Guys, what are we talking about? » Russia-Hockey quotes Kozhevnikov.
Source: Sport

I’m Emma Smith, a dedicated journalist and avid storyteller. I have been writing for news websites for the past 5 years, reporting on hockey news and delivering in-depth analysis of the sport. In my current role as Author at Athletistic, I write about hockey events from around the world to keep followers up-to-date with what’s happening in the sport.