The Calgary Hitmen faced a tough defeat against the Medicine Hat Tigers on Friday night, with a final score of 7-3. The game, which took place at the Canalta Centre in Medicine Hat, saw the Tigers dominate the ice and secure a solid victory.
The Hitmen started off strong, with a goal from Riley Fiddler-Schultz just 1:30 into the first period. However, the Tigers quickly responded with two goals of their own, putting them in the lead. The Hitmen were able to tie the game up with a goal from Sean Tschigerl, but the Tigers took control once again and ended the first period with a 3-2 lead.
The second period saw the Tigers extend their lead with two more goals, while the Hitmen struggled to keep up. Despite their best efforts, the Hitmen were unable to score in the second period, leaving them with a 5-2 deficit going into the third.
The Hitmen showed some signs of life in the third period, with a goal from Josh Prokop just 1:30 in. However, the Tigers quickly shut down any hopes of a comeback with two more goals, securing their victory with a final score of 7-3.
The Tigers’ offense was led by Corson Hopwo, who had a hat trick and an assist, and Cole Sillinger, who had two goals and two assists. The Hitmen’s offense was led by Fiddler-Schultz, Tschigerl, and Prokop, who each had a goal.
Despite the loss, the Hitmen’s head coach, Steve Hamilton, remained positive and praised the Tigers for their strong performance. “They’re a good team, they’re a fast team, and they’re a team that can score goals,” he said in a post-game interview.
The Hitmen will have a chance to redeem themselves on Saturday night as they face off against the Tigers once again, this time on home ice at the Scotiabank Saddledome. Fans can expect an intense and competitive game as the Hitmen look to bounce back from their defeat and secure a win against their rivals.
Overall, it was a tough night for the Hitmen as they were unable to keep up with the Tigers’ dominant offense. However, with another game on the horizon, the Hitmen have the opportunity to regroup and come back stronger.
