Brock Boeser breaks 3rd-period tie in the Canucks' 2-1 victory over the Maple Leafs

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Brock Boeser broke a tie on a power play at 8:56 of the third period and the Vancouver Canucks held on to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 2-1 on Saturday night in the final game for both teams before the 4 Nations Face-Off break.

Defenseman Filip Hronek had a goal and an assist for Vancouver. The Canucks have won three straight and six of eight to improve to 26-18-11.

Morgan Rielly scored for the Toronto. The Maple Leafs dropped to 33-20-2, losing for the first time on a four-game Pacific Division swing.

Thatcher Demko started in goal for the Canucks and played 10 minutes, stopping all six shots he faced, He was replaced by backup Lankinen, who made 21 saves.

Toronto goalie Joseph Woll made 23 saves.

Prince Harry, in Vancouver for the opening of the 2025 Invictus Games, dropped the puck before the game.

Canucks: The Canucks played without defenseman Quinn Hughes who skated in the morning but missed his fourth straight game with an undisclosed injury.

Maple Leafs: Auston Matthew’s assist on Rielly’s goal was his seventh in the last three games.

With just 1:57 left and Toronto on a power play, Lankinen slid across the crease to make a diving save to stop on Matthews’ shot.

The Canucks are 10-1-0 in their last 11 home games against the Maple Leafs.

Both teams are off until Feb. 22 when the Maple Leafs host Carolina, and Canucks are at Vegas.

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Toronto Maple Leafs' Pontus Holmberg (29) and Vancouver Canucks' Brock Boeser (6) vie for the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Marcus Pettersson (29) lifts Toronto Maple Leafs' Philippe Myers' (51) stick as Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen (32) watches during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Carson Soucy (7) and Toronto Maple Leafs' William Nylander (88) vie for the puck during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini, left, looks on as Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, shakes hands with Toronto Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews (34) before an NHL hockey game against the Canucks in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Brock Boeser (6) skates with the puck as Toronto Maple Leafs' Mitch Marner (16) defends during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Second from left to right, Team Canada Invictus athlete Lee Jarrat, Vancouver Canucks owner Francesco Aquilini, Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, and Team Canada Invictus athlete Andre Crocker drop the puck for Toronto Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews (34) and Canucks' Tyler Myers (57) prior to an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (35) stops the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen (32) stops the puck as Canucks' Derek Forbort (27) and Toronto Maple Leafs' John Tavares (91) watch during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Toronto Maple Leafs' Morgan Rielly (44) celebrates after his goal with teammate Oliver Ekman-Larsson (95) as Vancouver Canucks' Teddy Blueger (53) skates past during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen (32) stops Toronto Maple Leafs' Steven Lorentz (18) during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025.(Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen stops the puck against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

Vancouver Canucks' Filip Hronek (17) celebrates after his goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, British Columbia, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. (Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via AP)

TREVOSE, Pa.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 25, 2025--

Mini Melts USA, the leader in premium beaded ice cream, is expanding its footprint in the convenience store sector through a new distribution partnership with Royal Farms, a regional favorite known for its high-quality food and unbeatable service. Beginning today, Mini Melts’ signature frozen novelty treats will be available in nearly 300 Royal Farms locations across Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia, making it easier than ever for on-the-go consumers to enjoy a spoonful of fun.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250325044077/en/

“As Mini Melts continues to grow its presence in the convenience retail space, partnering with a brand like Royal Farms is a natural fit,” said Dan Kilcoyne, president and CEO of Mini Melts. “Both of our brands are committed to quality, innovation and delighting customers, and we’re excited to introduce Mini Melts to even more consumers looking for a fun and delicious frozen treat during their daily routines.”

The launch of Mini Melts at Royal Farms arrives just in time for spring road trips, fueling long drives, snack breaks and laughter-filled backseat debates. Whether it’s a quick stop for a refreshing treat or a roadside refuel, Mini Melts delivers spoonfuls of fun on the go. Royal Farms locations will feature Mini Melts grab-and-go freezers, offering six fan-favorite flavors with a bundled price of two for $7.00.

“We’re always looking for new ways to enhance the Royal Farms experience, and Mini Melts are a fantastic addition to our lineup of grab-and-go treats available year-round,” said Eric Price, director of retail operations for Royal Farms. “Their creamy taste and bite-sized fun make them a great choice for customers of all ages. We’re excited to offer this refreshing snack to make every visit to Royal Farms even sweeter.”

Mini Melts is rapidly expanding its retail presence, with Royal Farms representing the latest milestone in the brand’s c-store growth strategy. This expansion follows Mini Melts being recognized — for the third consecutive year — as a Bain & Company Insurgent Brand in 2025. With a footprint in more than 35,000 points-of-purchase nationwide, Mini Melts continues to solidify its position as a top-performing frozen novelty brand, boasting three of the top five ready-to-eat frozen novelty items and delivering unmatched sales velocity in the category.

Stay tuned for future partnership developments, including exclusive perks for ROFO Rewards members. For more information on where to find Mini Melts, visit minimelts.com.

About Mini Melts USA

Founded in 2004, Mini Melts is one of the fastest-growing ice cream novelties in the U.S., offering a premium beaded ice cream experience made with 14% butterfat for unmatched flavor and quality.

Mini Melts is distributed through a variety of channels, including automated kiosks, grab-and-go freezers, and custom serving carts and huts, all equipped with -40°F cryogenic freezers to preserve the perfect temperature for a uniquely enjoyable melt-in-your-mouth experience. Beloved flavors like Cotton Candy, Cookies & Cream and the non-dairy fan favorite Rainbow Ice are enjoyed across more than 35,000 locations nationwide.

Mini Melts is headquartered in the Philadelphia Metro Area, with a manufacturing facility in Norwich, Connecticut, and distribution centers strategically located across the U.S. For more information, visit minimeltsusa.com or follow along on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

About Royal Farms

Royal Farms is a renowned operator of fast and friendly neighborhood convenience stores with over 300 locations. Royal Farms opened its first store in Baltimore, Maryland in 1959. Today, the chain has locations in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. Royal Farms has been satisfying customers’ hunger for Real Fresh food served Real Fast. The Royal Farms Kitchen is well known for its Always Fresh, Never Frozen World-Famous Royal Farms Chicken that is lightly hand-breaded and pressure-cooked in Trans Fat Free cooking oil to golden brown perfection. Royal Farms Western Fries are hand-cut from fresh Idaho potatoes, hand-breaded, and cooked right in store. Most locations are open 24 hours, 365 days a year. For more information about Royal Farms, visit: royalfarms.com.

Complete lineup of premium beaded ice cream flavors from Mini Melts USA