The North Bay Battalion is gearing up for their first road trip of the season, with their first test taking place on Thursday night in Peterborough.
After a strong start to the season with a 3-1 record, the Battalion will face off against the Peterborough Petes at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. This will be the first of three games on the road for the Battalion, with the other two taking place in Kingston and Ottawa.
Head coach Stan Butler is looking forward to the challenge, stating that the team is excited to hit the road and continue their success. He also noted that the team has been working hard in practice to prepare for the upcoming games.
The Battalion will be relying on their top players, including captain Luke Moncada and leading scorer Brandon Coe, to lead the way on the road. Moncada has already tallied six points in four games, while Coe has recorded five points in the same amount of games.
The Petes, on the other hand, are coming off a tough loss to the Ottawa 67’s and will be looking to bounce back against the Battalion. They will be led by top scorers Mason McTavish and Nick Robertson, who have both recorded six points in four games.
This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season, with the Petes holding a slight edge in the all-time series with a record of 14-12-1-1.
Fans can expect an intense and competitive game between these two teams, as both are looking to continue their early success in the season.
The Battalion’s road trip will be a true test for the team, as they face tough opponents in Peterborough, Kingston, and Ottawa. But with their strong start to the season and a determined mindset, the Battalion is ready to take on the challenge and come out on top.
The game on Thursday night in Peterborough will be a must-watch for hockey fans, as the Battalion look to continue their winning ways on the road.
