Vancouver Giants clinch berth in 2024 WHL Playoffs
A monster second half and superb goaltending have powered the Vancouver Giants to a berth in the 2024 WHL Playoffs.
The Giants clinched by nature of a Tri-City loss to Wenatchee.
Vancouver has consistently been one of the stingier teams in the league, with workhorse Brett Mirwald playing the best hockey of his junior career.
The veteran was named Giuseppe WHL Goaltender of the Week four times this season- including back-to-back performances as the Giants surged up the standings with a ten-game point streak (9-0-1-0).
Despite missing the start of the season with an injury, Calgary Flames prospect Sam Honzek has averaged a point a game in his return and has relished his new role as Vancouver’s captain.
Rookie Cameron Schmidt isn’t just one of the top scorers on the Giants- he’s among the best in the league.
The Prince George, B.C. product was also named WHL Rookie of the Week in late February after netting his first WHL hat trick.
Trade deadline acquisition Connor Levis has been Vancouver’s second-most productive forward since being picked up from Kamloops in January.
The Winnipeg Jets prospect has 10 goals, 11 assists and a +6 rating in 21 contests with his new squad.
Clinching a berth is the first step, but Vancouver can still push for home-ice advantage in the first round.
The Giants will keep their foot on the gas as they prepare to chase Vancouver’s second WHL championship.
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