The Portland Winterhawks secured a 7-3 victory over the Seattle Thunderbirds in the opening game of a home-and-home series. The Winterhawks pulled ahead with a decisive 31-second scoring burst that shifted momentum in their favor.
Portland maintained control throughout the game, outpacing Seattle on both offense and defense. The teams will meet again soon for the second game of the series.
**Why this matters**
This win gives the Winterhawks an early advantage in the back-to-back series against the Thunderbirds. Strong performances in these matchups can impact standings and team confidence as the season progresses.
Source: NewsData