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Metro Jets survive close three-game series, earn seventh straight USPHL Nationals berth

 

Metro Jets survive close three-game series, earn seventh straight USPHL Nationals berth

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The Metro Jets have qualified for the USPHL Nationals for the seventh straight time, tying the record for consecutive qualifications in the current USPHL Premier with the Charlotte Rush and Florida Eels (2018-24).

The Jets have now qualified every year from 2019 to 2025.

It was a back-and-forth track meet on Sunday afternoon in Mount Clemens as the Jets won 5-4. The Toledo Cherokee came back from being down 4-2 in the second period to even it up going into the third. Tim Monaghan scored the GWG in the third period. Alek John and Pierce Ashcroft each scored one goal and one assist, and Sutton Majeske had two assists. For Toledo, Anthony DiFlora scored a hat trick. In net, the Jets’ Rostislav Efremov stopped 37 of 41 shots and Toledo’s Caleb Kril stopped 35 of 40 shots.

In their first two games, the Jets fell on Friday to the Cherokee by a 2-1 score in overtime. They bounced back for a Game 2 win on Saturday with a 2-1 regulation win of their own.

The Metro Jets captured the No. 3 seed in the upcoming Nationals. Check out their schedule here.

.“We are excited to have qualified for Nationals again this season. In particular this year because of myriad of factors,” said Jets GM Justin Quenneville. “It was more challenging to win out in our difficult division for one, but we also have a younger group this year in this rebuild of 20-plus new players on the Jets. Yes, we have several MJDP players on the roster from last years’ National run, but we had a lot more adversity with our difficult travel schedule and injuries down the stretch. This is a testament to our players and coaching staff continuing to build towards our goal to return for another opportunity. Everyone contributed and it showed the last few weeks.

“We look forward to the next challenge in Wayne.”

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Jaycen has unlimited potential and we can’t wait to see that potential turn to noticeable development once he dives into our platforms. 

Welcome to Mount Clemens Ice Arena!

#PlayLikeBray
#MetroJets forward Dimitri Aksenov lugs his gear into Mount Clemens Ice Arena for a #MetroJetsElite game at the end of the 2024-25 season.

#PlayerEntranceThursday #PlayLikeBray
#MetroJets forward Dimitri Aksenov lugs his gear into Mount Clemens Ice Arena for a #MetroJetsElite game at the end of the 2024-25 season. #PlayerEntranceThursday #PlayLikeBray
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Want to jump aboard #JetsNation?

Scan the QR code below or visit https://www.metrojetshockey.com/player-interest/ to start your flight today!

#PlayLikeBray
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🔔 PLAYER SIGNING 🔔 

The #MetroJets are thrilled to announce the re-signing of defenseman Alex Fournier for the 2026-27 season!

A native of Montreal, Quebec, Fournier returns to #JetsNation after scoring two goals and adding 17 assists for 19 points in 43 games last season.

Alex’s overall game took a definite upward turn last season and we’re confident that will continue in leaps and bounds this coming season!

Welcome back to Mount Clemens Ice Arena!

#PlayLikeBray
🔔 PLAYER SIGNING 🔔 The #MetroJets are thrilled to announce the re-signing of defenseman Alex Fournier for the 2026-27 season! A native of Montreal, Quebec, Fournier returns to #JetsNation after scoring two goals and adding 17 assists for 19 points in 43 games last season. Alex’s overall game took a definite upward turn last season and we’re confident that will continue in leaps and bounds this coming season! Welcome back to Mount Clemens Ice Arena! #PlayLikeBray
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The St. Clair Shores, Mich., native then spent time at NCAA Division I Michigan State and in the SPHL.

These days, Tocco is a broker owner with RV Tocco Realty and has also worked in golf course and turf management. 

#MetroMovingOnMonday #CollegeReady #OnceAJetAlwaysAJet ✈️ #PlayLikeBray
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A Dryden, Mich., native, Roberts comes to #JetsNation after posting 10 goals and 16 assists for 26 points in 39 games last season with the Motor City Gamblers 16U AA team.

Jaycen has unlimited potential and we can’t wait to see that potential turn to noticeable development once he dives into our platforms. 

Welcome to Mount Clemens Ice Arena!

#PlayLikeBray
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