Benson Leads Team WHL to 4-1
November 9, 2016 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Vancouver Giants News Release
Edmonton, AB - Vancouver Giants captain Tyler Benson, an Edmonton Oilers draft pick, gave Edmonton fans a glimpse of his abilities with a goal and two assists to help Team WHL to a 4-1 victory over Russia at Rogers Place on Tuesday night. The Edmonton native scored an empty net goal while assisting on goals by Kale Clague (Brandon Wheat Kings) and Austin Wagner (Regina Pats).
"It was exciting," said Benson after the win. "Every time I come back to Edmonton, I'm always pretty happy and pretty excited to play here. I've got family here, so I was pretty happy, and it was a good experience." Benson's effort helped break open a game that was tied 1-1 after 40 minutes. The victory gave Team WHL a split of two games against Russia after an overtime loss in Prince George on Monday night. The 18-year-old forward leads the Giants with 17 points in 14 games this season. He was drafted by the Oilers in the second round of the 2016 NHL Draft at 32nd overall. Benson will be back in the Vancouver lineup when the club hosts the Prince George Cougars for White Spot Legends Night on Thursday at the Langley Events Centre. For tickets, click here[1] or call 604.4.GIANTS (604.444.2687).
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