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Game #11 Preview: Blades at Tigers

October 30, 2021 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Saskatoon Blades News Release


The Saskatoon Blades (7-2-1-0) wrap up a two-in-two trip into Alberta with the finale in Medicine Hat against the Tigers (4-4-1-1).

It's the second of four meetings between these two squads, with Saskatoon coming away with a 4-0 victory on October 15th to open the season series.

They'll battle again on January 21st at SaskTel Centre before convening in Medicine Hat for the closer on January 25th.

Both teams are coming off 4-3 losses - Saskatoon falling in Lethbridge to the Hurricanes to snap a five-game winning streak, and Medicine Hat edged in overtime in Moose Jaw.

Saskatoon's setback was just the second regulation loss of the season and first since the season opener on October 1st in Moose Jaw (7-1).

This is Saskatoon's first trip to Medicine Hat since November 30th, 2019 - a stretch of 700 days - when the Tigers topped the Blades 5-3.

Who to Watch

Forward Jayden Wiens notched his first two goals of the season against the Lethbridge Hurricanes on Friday - the first two-goal night of his career. The Carrot River, SK product is back with the team this season after missing the 2021 hub season, and has five points (2G-3A) in eight games.

Alternate captain Kyle Crnkovic stretched his point-streak to ten games on Friday, scoring the third and final goal for the Blades in Lethbridge. The Chestermere, AB native has the longest active point-streak in the WHL, and is one back of Mikey Milne of the Winnipeg ICE for the longest this season.

Fellow alternate captain Tristen Robins sits tied for the league lead in scoring with 19 points. The San Jose Sharks second rounder has points in eight of nine games this season. Defenceman Charlie Wright picked up two assists on Friday, and is just one back for his career-high in helpers with five on the year.

Look Ahead

It's still more than a week away, but we've had next Saturday circled on the calendar for a while.

The famed Saskatoon-Prince Albert Rivalry returns to SaskTel Centre, and it's sure to be a show you won't want to miss!

Saves for Hunger

This season, The Saskatoon Blades have partnered with Nutrien to launch the "Saves for Hunger" Campaign.

For every save a Blades netminder makes this season, Nutrien is donating $5 to a local organization.

Blades goaltenders have made 274 saves so far, running the tally up to $1370 raised as the team heads into Medicine Hat.

Where to Watch

Grab some grub and catch the game at Wendel Clark's Classic Grill, who'll be live streaming all 34 away games this season! Look out for their gameday specials and enjoy the game at one of Saskatoon's finest establishments. Boston Pizza and Canadian Brewhouse are also streaming Blades games throughout the season! Think you know who'll score our first goal tonight? Look for our First Goal Prediction Contest, brought to you by Boston Pizza, on all of our social media platforms! Good luck!

Saskatoon Blades (7-2-1-0) @ Medicine Hat Tigers (4-4-1-1)

Date | Time Saturday, October 30th | 7:00pm MT

Place Co-Op Place, Medicine Hat, AB.

Video Stream WHL Live

Radio 600 CJWW Radio | Pre-Game Show w/ Les Lazaruk @ 6:30pm MT

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Viewing Party Wendel Clark's Classic Grill & Bar

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