Raiders come from behind to knock off Blades

Truitt was also impressed with his veteran goaltender Chase Coward, who made 28 saves in his first start wearing a Raiders uniform.

“Very under control, he looked like a 20-year-old out there,” Truitt said. “He commanded the crease, he anticipated plays, he was strong when the traffic came in tight on him and he held his ground.That’s what you’re looking for…real impressed.”

Reigning WHL Rookie of the Year Ryder Ritchie also scored for Prince Albert, while Tyler Parr, Egor Sidorov, and Charlie Wright were the goal scorers for Saskatoon. Blades netminder Austin Elliott made 17 saves in a losing effort.

Crocker said it’s always nice to beat your rival, especially at home.

“I know it’s just pre-season, but pre-season leads right into the regular season, so it’s obviously big games for us and it’s always awesome to beat Saskatoon in our building,” Crocker said.

Truitt said he wants to see more shot blocking from his group as the pre-season rolls on.

“We’ve got to be able to pay a price…it’s something that we’ve got to do,” he said. “You have to commit to it. You can’t tell me that you can’t block a shot…it’s whether or not you want to.”

Prince Albert hosts Regina Friday night in the third of four pre-season games.

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nolan.kowal@pattisonmedia.com

by Nolan Kowal

Raiders come from behind to knock off Blades

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