Bandits Seek Back-to-Back Wins as Toronto Rock Lean on Youth
The Buffalo Bandits travel to Hamilton to face the Toronto Rock after an 11-10 OT win over Saskatchewan and sit 5-6, aiming to stay in playoff contention, while Toronto sits at 6-4 and is energized by a rookie-heavy core led by CJ Kirst (22 goals) and Owen Hiltz (19), with Sam English (11) and veteran Mark Matthews contributing. Buffalo’s Josh Byrne delivered the OT winner in the previous game, and coach John Tavares notes the challenge of facing a youthful, dynamic Rock. How to watch: CW23 in Buffalo, ESPN+; Radio: WWKB 1520 AM.