In a thrilling game between the Calgary Wranglers and the Manitoba Moose, it was Martin Fryk who emerged as the hero, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime to give the Wranglers a 5-4 victory.
The game started off with a bang as both teams came out strong, with the Wranglers taking an early lead thanks to a goal from forward Jake Smith. However, the Moose quickly responded with two goals of their own, taking the lead in the first period.
The second period saw a back-and-forth battle between the two teams, with the Wranglers tying the game at 2-2 before the Moose once again took the lead. But the Wranglers refused to back down, with forward Max Johnson scoring a goal to tie the game once again.
In the third period, the Moose once again took the lead, but the Wranglers were determined to come out on top. With just minutes left in the game, forward Alex Brown scored a clutch goal to tie the game at 4-4 and send it into overtime.
In overtime, it was Fryk who sealed the deal for the Wranglers, scoring the game-winning goal and securing the victory for his team. The crowd erupted in cheers as the Wranglers celebrated their hard-fought win.
This victory marks the Wranglers’ third win in a row, solidifying their position as a top contender in the league. Head coach Mike Thompson praised his team’s resilience and determination, stating, “We never gave up, and that’s what it takes to win games like this.”
The Wranglers will look to continue their winning streak as they face off against the Moose once again in their next game. With their strong performance and never-give-up attitude, the Wranglers are sure to be a force to be reckoned with in the rest of the season.