On Saturday, David Kope scored the lone goal, with Wyatt McLeod and Davis Murray adding the assists, but the Oil Kings' empire was set in anarchy by the Hitmen 7-1. Josh Dechaine (L 12-14-5) made 12 saves on 15 shots before being pulled for the second period. Boston Bilous made 22 saves on 26 shots over the final 40 minutes. The three stars were the departing overagers: 1st star - Colton Kehler (who played his 200th WHL game), 2nd star - Tomas Soustal and 3rd star - Travis Child. Shots were 41-28 for Calgary. PP was 0/1, PK 7/9. Faceoffs were tied 29-29.
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Oil Kings Close Out Final Home Stand with 7-1 Loss to Hitmen – Edmonton Oil Kings
Photos: Oil Kings vs Hitmen – March 17, 2018 – Edmonton Oil Kings
Highlights: Oil Kings vs Hitmen – March 17, 2018 – Edmonton Oil Kings
On Sunday, Tomas Soustal (2 PP) and Matthew Robertson (PP) both had 2 goals and an assist, as the Oil Kings (22-42-8) hung the Hitmen for treason 7-3. Brett Kemp (PP) had a goal and 2 assists, while Colton Kehler (PP) and Trey Fix-Wolansky (PP) both had a goal and an assist. Jake Neighbours had 2 assists, with Liam Keeler, Kobe Mohr and Connor McDonald added singles. Todd Scott (W 8-7-4) made 34 saves. Shots were 37-26 Calgary. PP was 6/7, PK 4/6. Calgary won 40 of 70 faceoffs.
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Ending Fit For A King – Edmonton Oil Kings
Hitmen TV: Highlights Hitmen vs Oil Kings Mar. 18 – Calgary Hitmen
Player awards were handed out on Saturday. Connor McDomnald was named the Top Defenceman and given the Community Service award. Tomas Soustal was named Blue Willow Unsung Hero. Trey Fix-Wolansky was given the Top Scorer award and named team MVP. Ethan Cap was given the Scholastic Achievement award. Matthew Robertson was named Rookie of the Year. Colton Kehler was given the Kristians Pelss Award. David Kope was named Most Improved Player.
A season's review from the coach and GM:
Season In Review – Edmonton Oil Kings
The graduating class talk about their time with the OKs and the WHL:
Graduating Class – Edmonton Oil Kings