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Hitmen Report: Sweeping into the playoffs

The Calgary Hitmen had a rough schedule this past week. But they won all four games, clinching at least a tiebreaker playoff game.

The week that was

Friday: 3-2 overtime win over Brandon

Playing against a desperate Wheat Kings team that needed the points to keep their playoff hopes alive, the Hitmen played a tight game. James Malm opened the scoring, Mark Kastelic tied the game to force overtime, and Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Riley Stotts score the winner in overtime. Hitmen starter Jack McNaughton made 19 saves for the win, while Vegas Golden Knights prospect Jiri Patera made 39 saves for the loss.