Game Preview: February 12 vs Medicine Hat

Game Preview: February 12 vs Medicine Hat

SETTING IT UP:

Prince Albert (28-17-3-1) looks to make it two wins in a row against the Medicine Hat Tigers, as they wrap up a home and home set with their Central Division rivals tonight. The Raiders picked up a big 5-4 overtime win on Saturday in Medicine Hat against the top seed in the Eastern Conference thanks to Lukas Dragicevic’s game winning goal on the powerplay.

250 FOR DRAGO:

Tonight will mark the 250th game in Lukas Dragicevic’s WHL career. The Seattle Kraken prospect is in his first season with the Raiders after an offseason trade with the Tri-City Americans. In 249 games played, the defenceman and Richmond, BC product has scored 47 goals and has 165 assists for 212 points.

MENTAL HEALTH NIGHT:

Tonight, the Raiders along with the Canadian Mental Health Association are partnering to present Let’s Talk Night to raise awareness for not only athletes, but anyone struggling with their mental health. A station will be set up in the lobby to learn more about mental health, while videos from players will be played on the scoreboard during a few stoppages in play.

APPROACHING MILESTONES:

Niall Crocker: Two points away from 150.

Aiden Oiring: Three points away from 150.

TALE OF THE TAPE:

UP NEXT:

The Raiders host the Swift Current Broncos on Friday, and the Calgary Hitmen on Saturday.