WHL
Backed by strong goaltending Victoria surprises Kamloops Blazers
Jan 29, 2023 | 7:59 AM
VICTORIA — The Kamloops Blazers dropped a 3 – 2 decision to the struggling Royals in Victoria Saturday night. Victoria has just 14 wins in 47 games with the victory.
Victoria netminder Braden Holt was outstanding in the Royals net, stopping 35 of 37 shots to lead Victoria to the victory.
Fraser Minten and Ryan Hofer scored the Blazers goals in the third period. Jake Poole had two points, including the game-winning goal in the third period to lead Victoria’s offence.
Dylan Ernst was beaten three times on 24 shots in the Kamloops net.