
Royals Host Game 5 Versus Giants on Saturday
March 28, 2018 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Victoria Royals News Release
Victoria, BC - The Victoria Royals will face the Vancouver Giants, on Saturday night at 7:05 p.m., in Game 5 of Round 1 of the 2018 WHL Playoffs presented by League and Williams Law, Double N Hardwood Floors, Victoria Hyundai, Gillis Plumbing and Dodd's Furniture & Mattress.
BOUNCING BACK: Victoria holds a record of 4-1 in their five previous Game 4's following a loss in Game 3, which dates back to the 2015 WHL Playoffs. The Royals earned Game 4 victories over the Prince George Cougars (2015), Kelowna Rockets (2015), Spokane Chiefs (2016) and Everett Silvertips (2017) after previously dropping Game 3.
FEISTY AFFAIR: During their first three games of their post-season match-up, the Royals and Giants have combined for a total of 92 penalty minutes, which is the second highest of all the Round 1 series in the 2018 WHL Playoffs. Victoria has recorded 38 penalty minutes, while Vancouver has marked 54. The Lethbridge Hurricanes vs. Red Deer Rebels series has the highest total, as the two teams have been accountable for 130 penalty minutes combined.
SATURDAY - 7:05 p.m.
Tickets:
Single game tickets to Game 5 versus Vancouver are on sale at the Select Your Ticket Box Office and start at just $19.00. Tickets are available over the phone at 250-220-7777, online at www.victoriaroyals.com or in-person at the Select Your Tickets Box Office.
Intermission Promos:
Victoria Hyundai Musical Chairs (first intermission)
- Five fans will compete in a game of musical chairs for a chance to win a vehicle detail package, courtesy of Victoria Hyundai.
League and Williams Trike Race (second intermission)
- Contestants will race around the ice in tricycles for a chance to win a dash cam, courtesy of League and Williams Law.
The Royals and Giants will clash in Game 4 of their first round match-up tomorrow night in Langley. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m and will be televised live on Sportsnet. Vancouver currently holds a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Group together and save big. Ask about the benefits and savings on our great packages for groups of eight or more! For full details call the Royals' Ticketing Office at 250-220-7889 or email them at tickets@victoriaroyals.com.
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