Boston Fleet shuts out New York Sirens 1-0

Ella Huber's unassisted goal in the first period proves decisive as Aerin Frankel records fourth shutout of the season

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Ella Huber scored the lone goal, and Aerin Frankel saved 23 shots to lead the Boston Fleet to a 1-0 win over the New York Sirens on Thursday at Prudential Center. Huber's goal came off a bad turnover from Sirens' star Sarah Fillier in the first period. Frankel made several key saves down the stretch to preserve the shutout, her fourth of the season.

Why it matters

The win extends the Fleet's dominance over the Sirens, with their 10th straight victory in the rivalry, the longest winning streak in PWHL history. It also moves the Fleet into a tie for first place in the league standings with the Montréal Victoire.

The details

Huber's unassisted goal in the first period proved to be the difference as the Fleet defense and goaltender Aerin Frankel shut down the Sirens' offense. Frankel made 23 saves, including several key stops in the final minutes as the Sirens pulled their goalie in a desperate attempt to tie the game.

  • Huber scored the game's only goal with 3:45 left in the first period.
  • Frankel made a key save against Anne Chernowski with 4:07 remaining in the third period.
  • Frankel made four saves in the final four minutes to preserve the shutout.

The players

Ella Huber

Forward for the Boston Fleet who scored the game-winning goal.

Aerin Frankel

Goaltender for the Boston Fleet who recorded 23 saves and her fourth shutout of the season.

Sarah Fillier

Star forward for the New York Sirens whose turnover led to the Fleet's only goal.

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What they’re saying

“Ella Huber's goal was a huge momentum shift for us. Our defense really stepped up to protect the lead in the third period.”

— Aerin Frankel, Goaltender, Boston Fleet (Boston Globe)

What’s next

The Fleet remains on the road, facing the Vancouver Goldeneyes on Tuesday. The Sirens will host the Ottawa Charge on Sunday.

The takeaway

This game showcased the defensive prowess of the Boston Fleet, who were able to capitalize on a mistake by the Sirens' star player and then lock down the game with strong goaltending from Aerin Frankel. The win extends the Fleet's dominance in this rivalry and keeps them in the hunt for the top spot in the PWHL standings.