The Round 1 playoff series between the Saskatoon Blades and Edmonton Oil Kings is now a best-of-three following a tie at 2-2. Game 5 takes place at Rogers Place at 6:00 PM. The Blades came back to win Game 3 after a 3-1 deficit but lost 5-2 in Game 4. Key player Kazden Mathies highlighted the team's strategy of being more physical and maintaining their shot advantage to secure a win.

By the Numbers
  • Saskatoon leads the shot count with 140 shots against Edmonton's 125 across the series.
  • Blades' powerplay success sits at 15.8%, with three goals in 19 attempts.
State of Play
  • The Blades have outscored the Oil Kings in three of the four games, showcasing early scoring ability.
  • Edmonton has faced injuries, missing key players in recent games, potentially affecting their performance.
What's Next

Regardless of the outcome in Game 5, Game 6 is set for Sunday, April 5, at SaskTel Centre, providing both teams an opportunity to shift momentum.

Bottom Line

For the Blades, capitalizing on their shot advantage and maintaining physical play will be crucial in Game 5 to gain the upper hand in the series.