Oil Kings hold off Pats for 4-3 victory in WHL action
The Oil Kings killed off all seven penalties and won 4-3 with Andrew O'Neill scoring the game-winning goal during their East Division road trip.
- On Wednesday, Andrew O'Neill, forward for the Edmonton Oil Kings, scored the game-winning goal 2:31 into the third period as the Oil Kings defeated the Regina Pats 4-3 in Regina.
- The Oil Kings' East Division road trip aims to build momentum, but coaches noted power-play execution needs improvement despite the 4-3 win over Regina.
- Miroslav Holinka's two goals included a shorthanded goal at 9:17, while Parker Snell made key saves as the penalty kill went 7-for-7 against six consecutive power plays.
- The win improved the Edmonton Oil Kings' record to 3-1-0, while Regina Pats remained winless at 0-4-0 despite goals from Keets Fawcett, Ellis Mieyette and Julien Maze.
- Amid multiple comebacks, Adam Jecho reached 100 career WHL points, highlighting resilience while special teams concerns remain for the Oil Kings.
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Oil Kings hold off Pats for 4-3 victory in WHL action
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