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Rock, T-Birds Advance to Nll Semifinals via Quarterfinal Upsets
Chris Boushy scored five goals as the sixth-seeded Rock and eighth-seeded Thunderbirds completed playoff upsets to reach the National Lacrosse League semifinals.
- The Toronto Rock and Halifax Thunderbirds advanced in the National Lacrosse League playoffs this weekend, carrying Canada's hopes into the next round of competition after securing critical victories in quarterfinal games.
- Both teams achieved these results through underdog performances, upsetting higher-seeded opponents in their respective single-elimination games to extend their seasons and pursue the league championship title.
- Led by Chris Boushy's five goals and an assist, the Rock defeated the Saskatchewan Rush 16-13 on Saturday at SaskTel Centre, with Josh Dawick and Kirst adding crucial goals.
- Trailing 7-1 at halftime on Friday, the Thunderbirds rallied to post a 10-7 win against the Vancouver Warriors, marking a significant comeback for the eighth-seeded squad.
- The Rock will face the San Diego Seals, who upset the Colorado Mammoth 13-12, in the semifinals, while the Thunderbirds will play the Georgia Swarm, which defeated the Buffalo Bandits 17-10.
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Promising season ends for Saskatchewan Rush in quarterfinal loss against the Toronto Rock
The Saskatchewan Rush fell to the Toronto Rock during Saturday's NLL quarterfinals match in Saskatoon. Austin Shanks led the scoring for the club with seven points, but ultimately, their season has come to an end after the 16-13 loss against the Rock.
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Total News Sources14
Leaning Left8Leaning Right1Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution73% Left
Bias Distribution
- 73% of the sources lean Left
73% Left
L 73%
C 18%
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