NEWS

John Carpino (pictured - photo credit: Shawn Muir/OJHL Images) recorded four points as the North York Rangers took a 1-0 series lead over the Buffalo Jr. Sabres with a 5-1 victory in game one of their South-West Conference semi-final.

Corey Kalk had his fifth three-point contest out of seven playoff games thus far, extending his league-leading post-season scoring total to 16 points over that span.

Charles Lapierre and Taylor Pryce also tallied as North York took a 1-0 series lead on Wednesday at the First Niagara Center, the home of the NHL’s Buffalo Sabres.  Adam Valadao added two assists for the Rangers, while Tyler Gjurich replied for the home side.

The Rangers and Jr. Sabres reconvene on Friday evening, March 15, at the Herb Carnegie Arena for game two with puck drop at 7 p.m.

For a full game summary, please CLICK HERE.

SW Conference Semi-Final:
Game One    North York 5 @ Buffalo 1
Game Two    Buffalo @ North York    March 15
Game Three    North York @ Buffalo    March 16
Game Four    Buffalo @ North York    March 19
Game Five    North York @ Buffalo    March 20
Game Six    Buffalo @ North York    March 22
Game Seven    North York @ Buffalo    March 23