Overview:
The Seattle Thunderbirds head into tonight’s game with a 3-7-0-0 record in their last 10 games. Yesterday’s victory marks the first time this season that Seattle was able to beat Prince George. Seattle comes into tonight’s game trailing eighth place by one point in the Western Conference standings.
Who’s Up Front:
The game-winning goal last night was scored by Thunderbirds captain Luke Lockhart. Lockhart comes into tonight’s game with 13 goals and 29 points which is third on the team. Lockhart was effective alongside Burke Gallimore and Colin Jacobs in last night’s contest.
Who’s on D:
16-year-old defenceman Shea Theodore leads the T-Birds blueliners with 28 points on the year and was named the game’s third star last night. His was strong at both ends of the ice, and used his speed and skill to his advantage. The Cougars will need to key in on Theodore and limit his abilities to pass the puck and make plays.
Who’s in Goal:
Calvin Pickard faced 22 shots and turned aside 21 for his 22nd victory of the season last night. Pickard was square to the puck, and was able to make some tough saves early to keep the game close. I’d expect another strong goaltending battle tonight between Calvin Pickard and either Drew Owsley/Devon Fordyce.
X-Factor:
Defensively the Thunderbirds were strong in last night’s game, and they’ll need a similar performance tonight. They were strong against the walls, and were able to keep the Cougars to the outside a fair-bit throughout the game. The T’Birds will need a similar effort defensively if they want to find success again.
Overview:
Heading into tonight’s game the Prince George Cougars hold a record of 20-44-0-2. They are five points back of eighth place with six games remaining. If the Cougars want to make the playoffs, they’ll need at least six points in their next six games, and will require some help along the way. The Cougars can help themselves tonight with a win at home against the Thunderbirds.
Who’s Up Front:
The Prince George Cougars were happy to have Alex Forsberg back in the lineup last night, and you know that he’ll be one of the one’s to watch tonight for the Cougars. Forsberg didn’t have the easiest night in his return, but he is too talented to stay silent for long. A big night from Alex Forsberg and his linemates will be a great confidence booster for the Cougars in a ‘must-win’ game.
Who’s on D:
20-year-old defenceman Cody Carlson will suit up in his 300th career game tonight. For Carlson it has been a lengthy journey with several ups and downs, but this season he has put it all together and is just two points shy of reaching 40 for the season. Carlson and Reid Jackson have looked strong together in recent games, and you know that Cody Carlson will try to do everything possible to help lead his team to victory tonight from the back end.
Who’s in Goal:
Cougars goaltender Drew Owsley is now 14-3-0-0 lifetime against Seattle through 19 appearances. The 20-year-old from Lethbridge will look to bounce back tonight and help lead his team to victory. Owsley stopped 23 of the 26 shots he faced, but he may need to be even better tonight if the Cougars want to keep their playoff push going.
X-Factor:
In each of the past two games, the Cougars have received excellent contributions from their fourth-line. Jake Mykitiuk has been especially impressive as of late, providing the Cougars with quality scoring chances and a two-game assist streak. Linden Springer has provided the necessary grit, and Austin Daae was a great compliment to those two last night, and was able to score his second of the season. If these three can continue their strong play, the rest of the team will surely feed off of it tonight against Seattle.
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