Rebels lead best-of-seven series with Game 2 Saturday in Red Deer
March 25, 2016 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release
Red Deer, AB - Adam Helewka broke a 1-1 tie, scoring with 4:49 remaining in the third period, to lift the Red Deer Rebels to a 3-1 victory over the Calgary Hitmen on Friday night at the ENMAX Centrium.
Helewka finished with a pair of goals, sealing the win with an empty netter in the final seconds to give the Rebels a 1-0 lead in their first round best-of-seven series.
Red Deer goaltender Trevor Martin was the first star, making 32 saves. The only shot to beat him was off the stick of Hitmen defenceman and Calgary Flames prospect Keegan Kanzig, who tied the game 51 seconds before Helewka put the Rebels back in front.
Jeff de Witt scored the other Red Deer goal while the Rebels penalty kill also played a key role, killing all six Calgary chances.
The Hitmen outshot Red Deer 33-26 and will look to earn a split in Game 2 on Saturday, March 26 in Central Alberta.
The Round 1 series then shifts back to Calgary for Game 3 at the Scotiabank Saddledome on Sunday, March 27 at 4:00 p.m. TELUS Fan Banners will be given to the first 5,000 people upon entry. Fans are also encouraged to post a picture on social media using #AllHeartHitmen for the chance to win TELUS prizes.
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster and the Scotiabank Saddledome box office. Single game playoff tickets can also be ordered online at Ticketmaster.ca or by phone at 1-855-985-5000.
A buffet, starting at 2:30 p.m., will be served in the Chrysler Club before Game 3. For reservations, call 403-571-9733.
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