Despite a valiant effort, the Red Deer Rebels fell to the Saskatoon Blades 8-5 in Game Three of the Eastern Conference Semifinal, with 17-year-old goaltender Taylor Tabashniuk making an admirable debut in tough circumstances due to team injuries.

By the Numbers
  • Blades won 8-5, taking a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series.
  • Tabashniuk made 31 saves in the game.
Yes, But

The Rebels faced defensive lapses and challenges against a strong offensive team, despite a strong offensive performance.

State of Play
  • Red Deer Rebels are down 3-0 in the series against Saskatoon Blades.
  • The Rebels will face Game 4 on Wednesday with the pressure to extend their season.
What's Next

The Rebels will need to maintain their fighting spirit and offensive drive in Game 4 to stay alive in the series.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, the Rebels showed resilience and offensive prowess, needing to carry this momentum into Game 4 for a chance to turn the series around.