Rebels this Week
October 16, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Red Deer Rebels News Release
WEEKEND RECAP
The Rebels have now earned points in three-straight games after picking up three of a possible four over the weekend.
Friday in Regina, the Rebels dominated at even strength, but special teams were the difference in a 4-3 shootout win for the Pats. Regina scored twice on the power play and once shorthanded. Samuel Drancak celebrated his first two WHL goals for Red Deer while Kalan Lind netted a pair of assists.
Sunday in Edmonton, the Rebels flipped the script on special teams on their way to a 5-2 win over the Oil Kings. Carson Latimer celebrated his 150th career game by scoring twice in the first period, once shorthanded and one on a power play. Carson Birnie, Frantisek Formanek and Kai Uchacz also scored for the Rebels while Lind added two more assists. Chase Wutzke earned the win in net, his second of the season.
UPCOMING GAMES
The Rebels return to Edmonton again Tuesday night for a 7 p.m. tilt versus the Oil Kings. It's the fourth of 10 meetings this season between the two clubs. Red Deer has won two of the first three.
Friday, the Rebels visit the Lethbridge Hurricanes (7 p.m.) seeking their second-straight win over their southern rivals.
Saturday at the Peavey Mart Centrium, the Rebels play host to the Saskatoon Blades in a rematch of last year's second round epic playoff series. Game time is 7 p.m.
Catch all Rebels game action, home and away, exclusively on 106.7 REWIND Radio, and CHL TV.
NEW THREADS
When the Rebels take on Saskatoon this Saturday at the Peavey Mart Centrium, the Rebels will be wearing their all-new third jersey for the first time! Watch on gameday for a special video unveiling these special threads.
IN THE SHOW
A total of 11 former Red Deer Rebels players were included on NHL opening night rosters to begin the 2023-24 season. They include Matt Dumba (Arizona Coyotes - Rebels 2010-13), Jake DeBrusk (Boston Bruins, Rebels 2016), Reese Johnson (Chicago Blackhawks, Rebels 2014-19), Luke Philp (Chicago Blackhawks (injured), Rebels 2016), James Reimer (Detroit Red Wings, Rebels 2005-08), Ryan Nugent Hopkins (Edmonton Oilers, Rebels 2009-11), Josh Mahura (Florida Panthers, Rebels 2014-17), Haydn Fleury (Tampa Bay Lightning, Rebels 2012-16), Brandon Hagel (Tampa Bay Lightning, Rebels 2015-19), Alexander Alexeyev (Washington Capitals, Rebels 2016-19), Darcy Kuemper (Washington Capitals, Rebels 2008-11).
As well, former Rebels captain Reese Johnson (2014-19) played in his 100th career NHL game with the Chicago Blackhawks!
WHL CUP
The 2023 WHL Cup presented by FPS Payment, goes this week, October 18-22, at the Peavey Mart Centrium. The tournament features teams from the four Western Canadian provinces competing in a round-robin tournament format followed by playoffs. The 2023 WHL Cup will showcase the top 2008-born players from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. The Rebels have four prospects taking part: Nickolas Kovich (D, BC), Beckett Hamilton (F, SK), Jake Missura (D, SK), Peyton Shore (G, MB).
"RUNNING OF THE POOCHES"
The inaugural "Running of the Pooches" takes place at Peavey Mart Centrium on November 18 when the Rebels take on the Calgary Hitmen. Check out reddeerrebels.com for details and a look at how your four-legged friend can be involved.
Western Hockey League Stories from October 16, 2023
- Four Wheat Kings Prospects to Play in WHL Cup - Brandon Wheat Kings
- Coupland Named WHL's Rookie of the Week - Swift Current Broncos
- Jan Špunar Named WHL Goaltender of the Week - Portland Winterhawks
- Hurricanes Announce Seabrook as Wall of Honour & Celebrity Dinner Guest - Lethbridge Hurricanes
- WHL Announces Weekly Awards - WHL
- Oil Kings Sign Forward Matthew Williams to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement - Edmonton Oil Kings
- Rebels this Week - Red Deer Rebels
- October 16 - Canes Chatter - Lethbridge Hurricanes
- Four Pats Prospects Named to 2023 WHL Cup Rosters - Regina Pats
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