The Raiders celebrate a goal Thursday night during Game 1 in Saskatoon. (Steve Hiscock/Saskatoon Blades)

By Nolan Kowal

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Raiders stun Blades to open WHL Playoffs

Mar 29, 2024 | 1:30 AM

Max Hildebrand made 41 saves Thursday night as the Prince Albert Raiders sent shock waves through the Western Hockey League as they beat the heavily favoured Saskatoon Blades 4-3 in Game 1 of their first round playoff series at SaskTel Centre.

The Raiders now lead the best-of-seven series 1-0.

Prince Albert fell behind 2-0 but rallied to score four unanswered goals, including a pair of powerplay markers.

Ryder Ritchie had a goal and an assist for P.A.

While Hildebrand was excellent, Saskatoon netminder Austin Elliott gave up four goals on just 20 shots and fought the puck at times.

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