Prairie Storm sweeps Blues out of playoffs

Regina, SK - Sadly one of the best games the Pat Blues played also turned out to be their last playoff game of the year.  It took 5 periods of exciting hockey for the Prairie Storm to defeat the Pat Blues 4-3 and advance to the Southern division final in Bantam AA action.  All 3 of the Pat Blue goals came in the second period and I'd be remiss if I didn't mention the fine play of goaltender Blake Diewold. Some props have to also go out to the five Pat Blue defenseman:  Michael Puglia, Noah Kozack, Alex Kannok, Adam Probie, and Donavon Beatty.  Thye all logged some serious minutes and their efforts kept this game close.  You never know there may be one or two more posts on the blog throughout the Spring but this will pretty much do it.  Thanks to the entire team for providing some great games and entertainment and a few laughs throughout the year and best of luck to all players next year, wherever they play!  

Piller Past Post! Prairie Storm opens series up with 7-2 victory

Balgonie -  I took a page out of Roberto Luongo's playbook yesterday by "pumping the tires" of PS forward Jacob Piller and look at the result.  His power play goal gets featured on the blog tonight and it's a beauty.  Jacob sneaks down from the point and goes 5 hole to beat Pat Blues 'tender Blake Diewold.  This was the 6th Prairie Storm goal and they went on to win this game 7-2 at the Stardome in Balgonie, SK.  Both Pat Blue goals were scored by Dean Mason.  I'm not sure how many goals were scored on the power play tonight but if you want to have a chance against this team, you've got to stay out of the penalty box.  The Pat Blues will be looking to tie the series up on Saturday night in the friendly confines of the Co-operator centre.  Note to PS - please leave that air horn in Balgonie!
 

Playoff Preview: Storm Vs. Pat Blues

Regina, SK -  Funny sometimes how talent skips a generation.  I was never able to get beyond house league as a youth hockey player, while every fall Sean was always scooped up pretty quick in the annual draft. Much tougher league back then, however, with no face masks, no mouth guards, no composite sticks and no blogs!  This got me thinking of a young back-up goalie in the '70's from Saskatchewan; Dean Piller.  When you contrast Dean's minor hockey career with son Jacob there really is no comparison.  As a Bantam rookie, Jacob tied for 5th in team scoring with a very impressive 22 points, which includes 10 goals.  Dean once lasted 22 minutes, his personal record, before being pulled from the cage.  No doubt Dean will be at the game tomorrow in Balgonie where he's since become one of the best 50/50 salesmen in the entire province so it all evens out in the end. Be sure to get your tickets early as that pot promises to be a big one!  The playoffs continue tomorrow night with the first game in a highly anticipated playoff series against the Prairie Storm!