Tereza Vanisova scored a goal in the third period to give the Montreal LPHF team a 2-1 victory over Minnesota on Wednesday night at the Xcel Energy Center.
Just over six minutes before the end of the final third, the 27-year-old Czech took advantage of a generous return shot to break. It was his first goal of the season.
Laura Stacey gave Montreal the lead with a one-timer in the first period. However, the crowd favorite equalized in the middle battle thanks to Michela Cava.
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In front of the Montreal goal, Elaine Chuli made her second start of the season. The Ontario native was particularly busy with 39 shots. At the other end of the ice, goalie Nicole Hensley was challenged 21 times.
Montreal will be back in action this Saturday, receiving a visit from Ottawa at Place Bell.