Lethbridge Dominates as Calgary Hitmen Fall Flat in WHL Playoff Opener
Man, what a tough night it was for Calgary Hitmen fans. If you tuned in to the WHL Playoffs on April 10 expecting a tight battle, you probably weren’t ready for what unfolded. The Lethbridge Hurricanes came out swinging, shutting out the Hitmen in a commanding 4-0 victory to open the second-round series. It wasn’t just a win—it was a statement.
Right from the first puck drop, you could feel Lethbridge had the edge. They were fast, aggressive, and absolutely locked in. Calgary, on the other hand, just couldn’t find their rhythm. Credit where it’s due: Lethbridge’s goalie Jackson Unger put on an absolute clinic. The guy faced 33 shots and didn’t let a single one in. A 33-save shutout in the playoffs? That’s the kind of performance that can set the tone for an entire series.
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But it wasn’t just Unger. The Hurricanes' special teams were lights out. They went two-for-four on the power play and were perfect on the penalty kill. That’s a huge difference-maker in the playoffs. Calgary had a few chances, but every time they tried to build momentum, Lethbridge slammed the door shut.
And it wasn’t just a one-man show. Logan Wormald and Brayden Edwards both had a goal and an assist, adding fuel to the fire. Lethbridge looked like a team on a mission, and if you’re a Hitmen fan, it’s hard not to be concerned about what comes next.
Look, this is only Game 1. There’s a long way to go, and the playoffs can turn on a dime. Calgary has bounced back before, and they’ve got the talent to do it again. But they’ll need a big response in Game 2—sharper defense, better execution on the power play, and someone to step up and shift the energy. Otherwise, this could be a short series.
So yeah, April 10 didn’t go the way the Hitmen had hoped. But hey, it’s playoff hockey. One night you’re down and out, the next you’re rewriting the story. Let’s see if Calgary’s got that fight in them.
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