WHL Calgary Hitmen

Red-Hot Saskatoon Nips Hitmen in Shootout

Published on February 28, 2013 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release


Calgary, AB - Nathan Burns scored the shootout winner lifting the Saskatoon Blades to a 3-2 win over the Calgary Hitmen Wednesday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome, extending the visitor's undefeated run to 17 games.

After a scoreless first period, Blades' forward Brett Stovin netted his first of two goals in the middle frame. Spencer Humphries and Brady Brassart added single tallies for the Hitmen who have recorded at least a point in their last nine home games.

Chris Driedger made 22 saves for Calgary, plus four in the shootout, as the Hitmen outshot the Blades 43-25.

Calgary next sees action on Friday, March 1 when the Swift Current Broncos visit the Scotiabank Saddledome, with a 7 p.m. puck drop. On Friday, the Hitmen in partnership with GlobalFest, Trico Homes and Canada Safeway Ltd. are celebrating the Year of the Snake. During the Lunar Celebration, fans will be entertained by lion and dragon dancing and post-game fireworks. In addition, over 300 prizes can be won including a $1,000 flight voucher from Vision 2000 and $1,000 Safeway gift card.

Tickets for Friday's Lunar Celebration are available at all Ticketmaster locations as well as the Scotiabank Saddledome box office. Order online at www.ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 1-855-985-5000. For more information on tickets, visit www.hitmenhockey.com or contact customer service at 403-777-4646.

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