Pat Chat May 5th

Transfer of Ownership Approved    
The WHL’s Board of Governors met Wednesday to vote on the application to transfer ownership of the Regina Pats.  The application for Russ and Diane Parker to sell the oldest Junior Hockey franchise in North America to Queen City Sports and Entertainment Group Ltd. was unanimously approved by the Board of Governors.  The Pats’ new ownership group will be introduced today in a news conference at the Brandt Centre. Tune in on 620 CKRM at 3 p.m. to hear it live.       

Draft History
The Pats made organizational history when they picked goaltender Jordan Hollett with the 13^th Overall selection in the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft.  It’s the first time the Pats have selected a goaltender in the opening round of the Draft since its inception in 1990.        

WHL Bantam Draft    
The Pats added nine players to their organization Thursday at the 2014 WHL Bantam Draft.  After Hollett, the Pats selected Erik Gardiner (2^nd), Riley Bruce (5^th), Garrett Ewert (6^th), Carson Welke (7^th), Zachary Cox (8^th), Gary Haden (9^th), Adam Sandstrom (10^th) and Robert Holmes (11^th) for a total of one goaltender, three defencemen and five forwards.    

Early Bird Deadline Past
Thank you to all those who renewed or purchased their Season Tickets before the Early Bird Deadline of April 30^th.  We’re glad to have you on board as the Regina Pats look toward the 2014-15 Regular Season.  You have been entered into the ‘Early Bird Draw’ so look for the results coming soon!  For more information on becoming a Season Ticket Holder for the 2014-15 Season, visit ReginaPats.com.      

Important Dates    
Friday, May 30^th – Deadline to Register for Wickenheiser Golf Classic       
Monday, June 16^th – 17^th Annual Wickenheiser Golf Classic