The Chicoutimi Saguenéens usually succeed in front of their fans, especially against the Rimouski Océanic. The Sags once again prevailed over their Bas-Saint-Laurent rivals on Sunday afternoon.
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The Sags have lost four of their last five games against the Océanic this season and the Blues’ only win came at the Center Georges-Vézina. The Chicoutimi team pulled off another feat to eventually win 3-2 at home.
“I was really disappointed with our performance in the first half,” said Sags head coach Yanick Jean. But I found us better as the game went on. »
strong start
In the first half of the game, everything seemed to be smiling at the Océanic. That’s why Rimouski’s team took the lead by two goals in the first half. Lyam Jacques and Julien Béland reassured the 2100 spectators gathered in the amphitheater.
“Honestly, I liked the performance and the commitment of the lads, but in a season there are always losses like that. We could have capitalized a bit more on the power play,” said Rimouski driver Serge Beausoleil.
With only three shots in the first period, the “sags” quietly adapted to the rhythm of the game in the second period. Zachary Gravel’s goal at the end of the engagement emphasized that turnaround.
Wake up at the right time
Line partners Alexis Morin and Maxim Massé upped their game in the third period.
Both players flashed the red light as their side ended the weekend with a win. Massé also reached the 20-goal mark thanks to his fourth winning goal of the season.
“It’s always fun to beat the team in my region,” admitted the 16-year-old rookie. I repeat it often, but I don’t want to set goals. »
The “Sags” will cross swords with the Drakkar of Baie-Comeau on Thursday evening at the Center Henry-Leonard.