WHL Calgary Hitmen

Roughnecks Land Top Seed

Published on April 22, 2012 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release


Edmonton, AB - The Calgary Roughnecks defeated the Edmonton Rush 9-6 Saturday evening at Crystal Glass Field at Rexall Place, clinching the West Division and top overall seed to secure home field advantage throughout the playoffs.

Shawn Evans recorded a team-leading six points (4g, 2a), while Curtis Manning added four assists for the Roughnecks. Jeff Shattler (2g), Nolan Heavenor (2g) and Dane Dobbie completed the winning tally as Calgary swept the four-game season series.

Aaron Wilson (1g, 2a), Shawn Williams (1g, 2a) and Corey Small (3a) led the Rush with three points each, while Ryan Ward scored a goal and added an assist in the loss.

Frankie Scigliano made 38 saves for Calgary as the Roughnecks outshot the Rush 53-44. Geoff Snider collected 14 loose balls and won 14-of-18 face-offs.

Calgary now hosts Edmonton in the West Division Semi-Final on Saturday, May 5, 7:00 p.m. at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Playoff tickets are now available at all Ticketmaster and Calgary Safeway locations, the Scotiabank Saddledome box office, online at www.ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 1-855-985-5000.

For more information on post-season tickets and group packages, call Customer Service at 403-777-4644 or visit www.calgaryroughnecks.com.

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