Hitmen Fall to Tigers 4 -1 in Home Opener
September 23, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release
Calgary, AB - The Calgary Hitmen opened their 29th season in the Western Hockey League tonight at home vs the Medicine Hat Tigers.
Two shorthanded goals and a penalty shot were the difference makers in the 4-1 loss to Medicine Hat. The first period would remain scoreless despite multiple power play opportunities for both sides.
Brayden Boehm would open the game the scoring for Medicine Hat just under two minutes into the second period. His marker would be followed up by goals from Tyler MacKenzie and Shane Smith putting Medicine Hat up 3-0 heading into the final frame.
Calgary would finally crack the scoreboard courtesy of Ben Kindel, scoring his first WHL goal. Sawyer Mayes would record his first WHL point with the assist. A penalty shot would seal the deal for Medicine Hat, with Tyler Mackenzie scoring his second of the game.
Shots finished up 37-36 in favour of Medicine Hat. Ethan Buenaventura made 33 saves in tonight's contest. The team now heads on the road to Medicine Hat to finish the home-and-home set with the Tigers.
Calgary's next home game is Sunday, October 1 vs the Saskatoon Blades, marking the first Sunday Funday of the season. Sunday Funday presented by Brookfield Residential, is a must see for both the Calgary Hitmen and the Calgary Wranglers. Family friendly prices, family friendly food specials, and family friendly entertainment. Look out for lots of activities as the fun zone returns to the concourse. Get your tickets now at hitmenhockey.com.
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