The Regina Pats are set to face the Medicine Hat Tigers in the first round of the WHL playoffs, marking their return to postseason hockey. This series features a historical rivalry, with the two teams meeting in the playoffs for the seventh time, the last being in 2007. Regina enters the matchup as the underdog, having finished the regular season with 25 wins compared to the Tigers' impressive 50 wins. However, the Pats have shown potential, particularly from their strong defensive pair and key forwards. The teams will play two games in Medicine Hat before heading to Regina for Games 3 and 4.

By the Numbers
  • Regina finished 7th in the Eastern Conference with 25 wins and 59 points.
  • Medicine Hat secured 50 wins and 108 points, finishing 2nd in the Eastern Conference.
State of Play
  • Regina enters the playoffs with a record of 14-12-3-1 in their last 30 games.
  • Medicine Hat boasts a high-powered offense, averaging 5.12 goals per game, the best in the league.
  • Regina's power play ranked 8th in the WHL at 24.9%, while their penalty kill improved to 84.6% in March.
What's Next

The series begins with Games 1 and 2 hosted by Medicine Hat on March 27 and 28. If necessary, Games 5, 6, and 7 will return to Medicine Hat. The outcome of this series could hinge on Regina's ability to leverage their recent improvements and strategically counter Medicine Hat's potent offense.

Bottom Line

Despite being the underdogs, the Regina Pats have a fighting chance in the playoffs if they can maintain discipline and utilize their depth effectively. Their recent form showcases potential, but they will face a formidable challenge in the defending champion Tigers.