Prince George, B.C. – Tri-City Americans (2-5-0-0) got a goal from Jakub Vanecek with 1:15 left in regulation, leading them to a 4-3 win over the Prince George Cougars (5-2-0-0) Sunday afternoon.
1. First Period – Americans Start Strong Despite Early Setback
Tri-City came out firing, generating early scoring chances before Prince George’s Kooper Gizowski opened the scoring. Crew Martinson quickly responded with his first WHL goal, tying the game 1-1 as the Americans outshot the Cougars 13-4.
2. Second Period – Rookie Scorers Shine for Tri-City
David Krcal and Cruz Pavao each netted goals to give the Americans a 3-1 lead, while the Cougars battled back with a late tally from Carson Carels to make it 3-2 heading into the third.
3. Third Period – Wendt Stands Tall as Vanecek Seals the Win
After Prince George tied it early, goaltender Wendt kept Tri-City alive with key saves. With just 1:15 left in regulation, Jakub Vanecek hammered home the game-winner to secure a 4-3 victory.
4. What’s Next – Home Clash vs. Cougars
Tri-City returns home to the Toyota Center for a Saturday night rematch against Prince George as they look to build on their momentum.
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