GAME 56 PREVIEW | Blades, Wheat Kings lock horns for Family Day matinee
Key Players, Notable Stats, How to Watch and More
The Saskatoon Blades (27-22-4-2) continue their four-game road trip at Assiniboine Credit Union Place against the Brandon Wheat Kings (30-22-1-0). The Bridge City Bunch dropped the first game of the hike 5-4 in the shootout on Saturday against the Prince Albert Raiders. The Blades have earned at least a point in three straight games, going 1-0-1-1 in that span. Saskatoon’s last regulation win came in 4-0 fashion on January 31 on the road against Prince Albert. The season series is tied 3-3, with the Blades outscoring Brandon 18-16.
Standings
Klim Reaper
Alternate captain Brayden Klimpke was named third star in Saturday’s loss to Prince Albert. The sophomore defenceman logged plenty of minutes and dished two helpers in the second period. The NHL Draft-eligible defenceman has four goals and 32 assists for 36 games in 55 games. Today’s the final game for Klimpke and fellow NHL Draft-eligible Blades Cooper Williams and Zach Olsen ahead of the inaugural WHL Prospects Game in Langley, BC on Wednesday. All three individuals will represent Team East.
Captain’s catchin’ up
Captain Tyler Parr has a five-game point streak (4G, 2A) and goals in four straight games. The 20-year-old forward potted the Blades’ fourth goal of the night yesterday in the second period against Prince Albert. Parr has eight goals and 18 assists for you 26 points in 55 games.
Milestone watch
Captain Tyler Parr is three assists away from 100 in his WHL career
Forward David Lewandowski is three games away from 100 in his WHL career
Watch and listen
Fans can watch today’s game for FREE on Victory+ TV. Click HERE to make your free account today.
Voice of the Blades Les Lazaruk will have the call on 600 CJWW. Coverage begins at 2:15pm CST with the pre-game show.
