Pats at Wheat Kings Gameday Preview
Published on January 12, 2013 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Regina Pats News Release
Game #46
Saturday, January 12th
Puck Drop: 7:30 p.m.
Regina Pats (18-23-2-2) Brandon Wheat Kings (15-25-2-2)
Head-to-Head
The Pats and Wheat Kings meet for the second time in a week and the fourth time this season. The Pats took the previous meeting in Regina by a 3-1 score after the Wheat Kings opened the season with a pair of wins over the Blue and White. Morgan Klimchuk leads the Pats offensively against Brandon with two goals and two assists. Lane Scheidl also features four points in the three contests. Defenceman Ryan Pulock has found success against to the tune of four assists in three games. The Pats come into their final game of the week having dropped their two previous to the East and Central division leaders. The Wheat Kings are on home ice after a strong outing in Moose Jaw, winning 6-2 over the Warriors. Tonight's game can be heard on 620 CKRM starting with the Press Box Sports Bar Pre-Game Show at 7:05 p.m.
Lead Up: Pats Trounced by Calgary
Brooks Macek scored 13 seconds into the game and the Hitmen left the first period with a 3-0 lead. The Pats fought back in the second, getting on the board courtesy of Morgan Klimchuk's 23rd goal of the season, but Calgary would pull away. Jake Virtanen scored late in the second and early in the third to put it away and the Hitmen cruised to a 6-1 win.
Top Prospects Game
Tonight is Morgan Klimchuk's final game with the Pats before heading to Halifax for the Home Hardware Top Prospects game. The Pats leading scorer will lineup with players like Nathan MacKinnon and Jonathon Drouin as a member of Team Cherry.
On the Road Again
Before their loss in Prince Albert on Wednesday, the road had been kind to the Pats in the second half of the season. The Pats jumped out to a 3-0-0-0 record on the road, outscoring the opposition 13-5.
Who to Watch on Brandon
The Wheat Kings were one of the most active teams in the WHL on deadline day. Defenceman Nick Walters was one of the players on his way into Brandon and he made an immediate impact. In last night's contest with Moose Jaw, Walters had three assists in the 6-2 win.
Quick Hits
- Morgan Klimchuk has been involved in 28 (8G, 20A) of the Pats 39 powerplay goals this season (72%)
- Lane Scheidl played in his 250th career game last night
- Before Friday's game against Calgary, Luke Fenske was a plus or even in eight straight games
Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame 2013 Induction
Before the Pats face off with the Swift Current Broncos in their January 19th contest, there will be a pre-game ceremony to announce and honour the Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Class of 2013.
Upcoming Schedule
vs Kootenay - Friday, Jan 18th, 7 p.m. - The Dome (CKRM) - Knight Archer Bobblehead Night
vs Swift Current - Saturday, Jan 19th, 7 p.m. - The Dome (CKRM/Access 7) - Saskatchewan Hockey Hall of Fame Night
at Swift Current - Friday, Jan 25th, 7 p.m. - Credit Union I-Plex (CKRM)
Western Hockey League Stories from January 12, 2013
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- Oil Kings Battle for 2-1 Win in Saskatoon - Edmonton Oil Kings
- Pats lose to Brandon - Regina Pats
- Broncos beat Calgary - Calgary Hitmen
- Pats at Wheat Kings Gameday Preview - Regina Pats
- Patrik Bartosak With 37 Saves; Rebels Win 3-1 In Saskatoon - Red Deer Rebels
- Offensive Surge Leads 'Tips Past Royals - Everett Silvertips
- Royals Stumble against Silvertips - Victoria Royals
- Rockets Keep Surging, Beat Americans 6-3 - Tri-City Americans
- Jarry Sets New Club Record in 4-0 Win - Edmonton Oil Kings
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