A key moment in the game shifted after Zellweger suffered a hard hit from Columbus’ Carson Soucy late in the second period, forcing her off the ice and leaving her unable to return for the final frame. Earlier in the same period, Samuelsson made an impact by blocking a shot and took additional defensive shifts, contributing to her team’s efforts before the injury occurred. The incident underscores the physical toll of high-stakes moments in competitive play, where a single collision can alter the course of a match. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the absence of Zellweger affects the remainder of the game.

Zellweger was hit hard by Columbus’ Carson Soucy with 1:35 to go in the second period and did not return for the third. Samuelsson blocked a shot earlier that period and took two more shifts – the ...