WHL Calgary Hitmen

Mammoth Edge Roughnecks 13-12

Published on January 22, 2012 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release


Calgary, AB - The Colorado Mammoth edged the Calgary Roughnecks 13-12 Saturday night at the Scotiabank Saddledome on a Gavin Prout power play goal less than one minute into overtime. The Roughnecks now sit second in the West Division with a record of 2-1.

Calgary forward Daryl Veltman led the Roughnecks with six points (3g, 3a) while Shawn Evans, Scott Ranger and Curtis Manning each scored two. Kaleb Toth, Curtis Dickson and Peter McFetridge also scored in the loss.

John Grant Jr., with a ten point night (4g, 6a), was the top scorer for the visitors. It was a memorable game for the Mammoth forward who recorded his 1,000th career point on an assist in the first quarter.

Mike Poulin made 36 saves for the Roughnecks net as Calgary outshot Colorado 56-49. Geoff Snider won 25 of 26 face-offs and led the team with 13 loose balls.

The Roughnecks return to action on Saturday, January 28 when they host the Toronto Rock at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Game time is 7:00 p.m.

Single game day tickets start at $20 (plus GST and SFPFF) and are on sale now at all Ticketmaster outlets. Order online at www.ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 1-855-985-5000. Ticketmaster fees may apply. Roughnecks fans can also purchase tickets at all Calgary Safeway locations.

For more information on ticket packages, please call Customer Service at 403-777-4644 or visit www.calgaryroughnecks.com.

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