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Cubs put themselves in control, hold commanding 2-0 series lead over Strathmore
By JAMES TUBB on February 25th, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Cubs have put themselves in the semifinals driver’s seat. The Cubs earned a commanding 2-0 lead in their best-of-five series with the Strathmore Wheatland Kings after a 5-2 win on the road Saturday before beating Strathmore 3-2 on Sunday. Medicine Hat scored five unanswered goals through 46 minutes of play Saturday ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers score three third period goals in come-back win Sunday over Oil Kings
By James Tubb on February 23rd, 2025
After falling short of a comeback Friday, the Medicine Hat Tigers made good Sunday evening in Edmonton. The Tigers scored four unanswered goals, three in the third period to come back and beat the Edmonton Oil Kings 5-3, picking up four of a possible six points in a three-game weekend. Medicine Hat blanked the Kamloops ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Selfless efforts propel Tigers in bounce-back win Saturday
By James Tubb on February 22nd, 2025
A lineup shakeup and a player stepping up played a big role for the Medicine Hat Tigers Saturday night. Coming off a 5-4 loss Friday at Co-op Place to the Edmonton Oil Kings, the Tigers changed up their forward lines and saw forward Marcus Pacheco step up by dropping back, slotting in on defence. The ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers’ comeback bid falls short Friday
By James Tubb on February 21st, 2025
The Medicine Hat Tigers couldn’t complete the comeback Friday night. The Tigers scored with six minutes left to being themselves with one, ultimately falling 5-4 to the Edmonton Oil Kings at Co-op Place. Medicine Hat came into the game with a four-gane win streak, beating the Lethbridge Hurricanes 5-1 on Monday. Tigers forward Gavin McKenna ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers open 3-in-3 series tonight hosting Oil Kings
By JAMES TUBB on February 21st, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Tigers get set for their last three-game weekend of the season. With 11 games left on the schedule, the Tigers will scratch three off the slate with a trio of contests, starting tonight at Co-op Place against the Edmonton Oil Kings. They’ll host the Kamloops Blazers on Saturday before heading to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Prosofsky looks to go out on top in final playoffs with Cubs
By JAMES TUBB on February 21st, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb No one has played more games for the Medicine Hat Cubs than Callen Prosofsky. Entering his final HJHL playoffs, he hopes to bring the Cubs a title for the first time since 2001. The Cubs’ captain holds the franchise record for games played in the orange and black with 145, surpassing former teammate Cooper ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Back to basics: Cubs keep focus internal ahead of playoffs start Saturday
By JAMES TUBB on February 20th, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Cubs are starting their HJHL playoffs with a new-look compared to the last three seasons. The Cubs, who earned a first-round bye for the fourth year in a row, will start their push for the 14th title in franchise history, not at the friendly confines of the Kinplex, but instead on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Steen embracing new role, making most of his opportunities on Tiger blue line
By JAMES TUBB on February 20th, 2025
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb There are a lot of challenges for first-year players in the WHL, from bigger and stronger opponents, three-in-threes or the balance of school and hockey. For Medicine Hat Tigers defenceman Riley Steen, the biggest challenge has been the lack of humidity. The 16-year-old product of Victoria, B.C. had to make some changes in his ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Medicine Hat Boxing Club fights in Edmonton over the weekend
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 20th, 2025
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Boxing Club was in Edmonton last weekend. The local boxing club sent three fighters to a two-day bout. Jacob Walne defeated Jacob Neuzig from Spruce Grove in the 60 Kg Open Jr.C. On the second day, he lost to Jacey Kasakam from Saskatoon. Nate Vossler boxed against a fighter head coach ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Switzer named WHL rookie of the week with pair of wins, 22-save shutout
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2025
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews Jordan Switzer sure didn’t look like a rookie over the last week for the Medicine Hat Tigers. The net minder was awarded the WHL’s rookie of the week honours after picking up a pair of wins between the pipes for the Tigers. Over the week, the 18-year-old led the WHL with a 2-0 record, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Ringette roundup: U16 Mustangs sweep weekend road trip in Calgary
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on February 19th, 2025
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat U16 Mustangs showcased winning skills over the weekend. The Mustangs picked up a pair of wins during a doubleheader in Calgary, taking down two opponents for the Ws. In the first matchup, the Mustangs battled CNV-U16B-1 in a high-intensity game, coming out on top 8-6. The team’s offence was led by ... Read More »
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