Calgary Hitmen rout Edmonton 6-1 as WHL, CPL teams shine Friday
Alberta clubs had a mixed Friday across junior hockey and soccer, with Calgary's WHL and CPL sides both posting big wins while Red Deer edged Lethbridge in a tight WHL contest.
In Western Hockey League action Friday, Calgary defeated Edmonton 6-1, while Red Deer held off Lethbridge 4-3. Elsewhere in the WHL, Brandon beat Regina in a shootout, Saskatoon topped Prince Albert, Swift Current downed Moose Jaw, and several B.C. Division games were also played.
In the Canadian Premier League, Calgary posted a 5-0 win over Quebec.
Looking ahead, Saturday's schedule features an Alberta showdown in the CFL as Calgary travels to Ottawa while Hamilton visits Edmonton. The NHL pre-season slate also includes Calgary at Edmonton in the evening, alongside games involving Colorado, Winnipeg, Vancouver and other Western Conference clubs.
The WHL continues Saturday with Medicine Hat visiting Red Deer, part of a full slate of junior hockey, OHL, and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League action across the country.
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