Record: 2-2
Who's Up Front:
The Weyburn Red Wings have no shortage of players that can score. Brock Appleyard is off to a great start with seven points in his first four games. The product of Lundar, MB has always shown lots of offensive ability, and so far this year he has been the Red Wing's best play-maker. Add a pure goal scorer like Drew George into the equation and you've got a fantastic one-two punch. Stopping those two in particular will be key for the Stars.
Who's on D:
Newcomer Ryan Whitell is off to a strong start offensively for the Wings. In four games he's totalled four points (two goals) and has also added some size and youth to Weyburn's blue-line. Whitell stands 6'4 and 215lbs. He's only 18.
Who's in Goal:
A tough call for Dwight McMillan tonight. Mitch Kilgore (91) has gotten two starts and has posted a record of 1-1. His numbers aren't overwhelming, but they're not shabby either. On the other hand, rookie Lucas Felbel (91) is 1-0 with a shutout to start the season.
X-Factor:
Assuming both are in the lineup, the duo of Shawn and Rodney Cowie could make or break Weyburn's chances in tonight's game. These two 20-year-olds have real talent, and a ton of chemistry on the ice. Granted both have only played in two games, and are off to slow starts - But the last thing the North Stars want to help them break out.
Record: 0-2-1-1
Who's Up Front:
One of the strongest additions to the North Star's lineup so far has been Colin Phaneuf. It's hard to argue with four goals in four games. Phaneuf and linemates Blake Tatchell and Brett Miller have carried ths Stars offensively through the first four games of the year (at least from a forward stand-point) and another strong outing from Phaneuf may be neccessary in order for the Stars to grab their first win.
Who's on D:
Due to unforseen circumstances, I have been able to come on here and wish an official congratulations to defenceman Zach MacLellan for being named SJHL Defenceman of the Week. What an honor considering MacLellan hasn't even been in the province for a month. He seems to have really found some confidence playing alongside Woody Klassen. I look for these two to only get better as the season progresses.
Who's in Goal:
Alex Sirard played well enough to win last Saturday. That being said Kyle Birch is a competitor and has no doubt given Ken Pearson something to think about this week in practice. Your guess is as good as mine.
X-Factor:
I've got a hunch that tonight is going to be Josh Daley's night. He's had his chances, and we all know he has the ability. Tonight is his night to grab his first goal(s) of the year. If Daley can step up, and contribute a little more offensively, the Stars could be well on their way to their first of many victories this season.
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Cowie boys have been home helping with the harvest. If mother nature had cooperated they would be playing.
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