Goldeneyes Beat Sirens 5–2 as Fillier Reaches PWHL Mark, But Riveters’ Legacy Still Defines New York’s Record Book

By: J.J. Pavlick | Vancouver, Canada | March 19, 2026

The Vancouver Goldeneyes delivered one of their most complete performances of the season at Pacific Coliseum, defeating the New York Sirens 5–2 and tightening the gap in the standings as the playoff race intensifies. Vancouver’s win pushes them within three points of New York for sixth place, while the Sirens continue a troubling post‑Olympic slide — a pattern that has now repeated for three straight seasons.

First‑Period Fireworks, Fillier Hits the Scoresheet

Vancouver wasted no time asserting control. Anna Shokhina opened the scoring with her first as a Goldeneye, toe‑dragging through traffic and snapping a ten‑game power‑play drought. Minutes later, rookie Anna Segedi buried a sharp behind‑the‑net feed from Michelle Karvinen for her first PWHL goal, giving Vancouver a 2–0 lead.

New York needed a spark, and Sarah Fillier provided it. She tipped a Maja Nylén Persson point shot past Kristen Campbell for her 44th point in a Sirens uniform — a total the league and team promoted as a “franchise” record.

But fans of women’s hockey in New York know the history didn’t begin in 2024. The Metropolitan Riveters’ legacy still stands untouched. Madison Packer’s 129 points (65G, 64A) remain the true high‑water mark for New York women’s pro hockey, with Rebecca Russo (60 points) and Kendall Cornine (48) also well ahead of current PWHL totals. Fillier’s milestone is impressive, but it exists within a lineage the sport’s most dedicated fans haven’t forgotten.

Sophie Jaques restored Vancouver’s two‑goal cushion before the end of the period, blasting home her league‑leading sixth goal among defenders.

Sirens Push Back, Goldeneyes Hold Firm

New York responded with a stronger second period. Rookie Anna Bargman — quickly becoming known for her willingness to battle in the hard areas — tipped home a Nicole Vallario shot for her second goal in as many games. The Sirens outshot Vancouver 10–9 in the frame, but Campbell controlled every rebound and denied New York’s best looks.

Closing Time: Vancouver Seals It

Any hope of a Sirens comeback ended early in the third. Tereza Vanišová, back from Olympic duty, crashed the crease and jammed home her second of the season. Mannon McMahon added an empty‑netter late, securing her first point as a Goldeneye and sending the Vancouver crowd home happy.

Beyond the Box Score: Records, Real and Rewritten

The league will highlight Fillier’s “franchise” milestone, but New York’s true scoring history still belongs to the Riveters. Packer, Russo, and Cornine set the standard long before the PWHL era, and their numbers remain the benchmark for women’s pro hockey in the city.

Top All‑Time Point Scorers (Metropolitan Riveters+ PWHL)

• Madison Packer: 130 points (65G, 65A)
• Rebecca Russo: 60 points
• Kendall Cornine: 48 points
• Sarah Fillier: 44 points
• Alex Carpenter: 43 points

Game Notes and Numbers

• Shokhina’s goal snapped an eight‑game drought.
• Segedi’s first PWHL goal came in her 17th game.
• Jaques leads all PWHL defenders with six goals.
• Bargman is the fifth Sirens rookie to surpass five points.
• Vancouver is now 5‑0‑0‑0 when scoring first.
• Campbell made 22 saves for her third regulation win at Pacific Coliseum.

The Standings Story: Vancouver Rising, New York Sliding

Since returning from the Olympic break, the Sirens are 1–3, mirroring the second‑half collapses that have defined their last three seasons. While they likely won’t finish last again — Seattle continues to struggle with 19 points — Vancouver is now just three points behind New York in an eight‑team league.

The Sirens’ schedule tightens from here. They visit Seattle and Montreal before returning home to face Minnesota ahead of their sold‑out game at Madison Square Garden. The one saving grace: despite the slump, New York sits just four points out of fourth place in a crowded playoff race.

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