WHL Saskatoon Blades

Blades Win Streak Snapped by Hurricanes

November 21, 2018 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Saskatoon Blades News Release


The Saskatoon Blades saw their four game winning streak come to a halt on Wednesday night, falling 3-1 to the visiting Lethbridge Hurricanes. The Blades now sit at 14-8-2-0 on the season, still 2nd place in the East Division.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Tristen Robins opened the scoring in the final minute of the first period, finishing off a nice passing play by linemates Kristian Roykas-Marthinsen and Kyle Crnkovic who had the assists. However, the Hurricanes answered back 35 seconds later to tie it up 1-1. The second period saw plenty of minor penalties but not much offense as the 1-1 tie carried over to the 3rd period.

Lethbridge took their first lead 3:17 into the final frame courtesy of Ty Kolle and then added an empty netter in the final minute to seal the victory.

TURNING POINT

The go-ahead goal from Ty Kolle gave the Hurricanes life, and the lead. Saskatoon didn't appear to have the momentum to come back after that.

TOP PERFORMERS

Ty Kolle was in on all 3 goals for the Canes, 1G-2A.

Tristen Robins scored his 3rd of the season and had 3 SOG.

Carl Tetachuk stopped 35/36 shots and helped the Lethbridge PK go a perfect 6/6 in the win.

NOTEWORTHY NUMBERS

Kristian Roykas-Marthinsen had an assist for a second straight game, bringing his season point total to 6G-5A.

Kyle Crnkovic's primary assist was his 1st career helper in the WHL. His 2nd career point coming in his last 3 games.

Kirby Dach had a strong night in the face-off circle going 10/14.

UNSUNG HERO

Nolan Maier made 25 saves on 27 shots and helped the Blades penalty kill go 5/5 on the night.

UP NEXT

The Blades travel to BC to open their 5-game road trip in Prince George on Saturday against the Cougars.

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