The latest showdown in the CDHL saw the Dawgs and Los Banditos face off in an intense doubleheader, with both teams leaving it all on the ice. After suffering a rough 10-5 loss in Game 1, the Dawgs responded with grit and determination, tightening up defensively and showcasing some highlight-reel goaltending from Chris O’Brien. Their resilience led to back-to-back hard-fought ties (4-4 and 3-3), proving they weren’t going down without a fight.

On the other side, Los Banditos had to dig deep to hold their ground. With goalie Matt Constantakis standing tall between the pipes and a defense willing to sacrifice the body with some crucial blocked shots, they managed to stay in control. Offensively, Brandon Boulos kept his scoring touch alive after a two-goal performance in Game 1, while surprise league points leader Rhys McRae-McKee continued to bring his relentless, high-energy play. However, they were missing their star defenseman Harley Belfer, for the second and third games, reportedly sidelined with serious throat soreness—perhaps a result of one too many glizzys? Regardless, the rivalry is heating up, and with both teams showing flashes of brilliance, the next matchup is sure to be another thriller.