Played on Sep 19, 2025
Game Played in Art Hauser Centre
General Game Notes: Saskatoon Blades vs. Prince Albert Raiders. Game was played in Prince Albert Saskatchewan, September 19th 2025. This game was fairly even for chances, however there was a lot of powerplays and not much flow to the game. Prince Albert scored some opportunistic goals and had some good bounces, scoring a late empty net goal to seal the win with 2 minutes to go.
Michal Orsulak (G, R, 6’4″, 226, Prince Albert Raiders, 08/26/2007)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Orsulak is a big 6’4′ goaltender with good tracking and strong pushes. His rebound control was sound, consistently steering pucks to safe areas, and he tracked well through traffic on the penalty kill. He has good puck-handling ability and IQ, as he made a stretch pass on the power play that set up an easy zone entry. He made several momentum-changing saves, including a blocker stop on a breakaway early in the second and a late third-period cross-crease sliding save to preserve the lead. He can over-slide at times, and can improve his movement in the crease to become a dominant goaltender at the WHL level.
Matyas Man (D, L, 6’4″, 193, Prince Albert Raiders, 05/31/2006)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Man is a big, heavy shutdown defenceman who plays a punishing physical style. He consistently finished hard checks, drawing reactions from the crowd and commentators. He maintained strong positioning around the net to neutralize offensive threats. His fearless compete level was on display when he blocked three consecutive shots on the penalty kill, giving his team a lift in a tight second-period situation. While his foot speed and overall defensive awareness can continue to improve, his size, physical presence, and willingness to sacrifice his body make him a challenging player to play against.
Daxon Rudolph (D, R, 6’2″, 206, Prince Albert Raiders, 03/06/2008)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Rudolph is an offensive-minded defenceman with an active stick, high IQ, and great passing ability. He initiated rushes with stretch passes, including an early setup for an odd-man rush, and later scored on the power play with a smart point shot that found its way through traffic. He quarterbacked the power play with poise, showing confidence in puck distribution and jumping into the play as a late wave to create offence. Rudolph has a great first pass on the breakout and effectively draws pressure away from outlets. Defensively, he competes hard and utilizes his stick well to disrupt plays.
Brayden Dube (RW, R, 5’10”, 176, Prince Albert Raiders, 09/22/2005, Bemidji State)
Game Rating
A
1 Viewing
Comments: Dube is a skilled forward with quick acceleration and soft hands around the net. He created an early first-period chance from the slot with his soft hands, then showcased vision and poise later in the game with a hard pass through traffic from behind the net to set up a key goal. His strong skating allows him to lead the rush effectively and beat defenders one-on-one. Dube’s offensive IQ and playmaking ability give him value in key situations of the game.
Aiden Oiring (C, L, 5’7″, 180, Prince Albert Raiders, 05/09/2005)
Game Rating
A
1 Viewing
Comments: Oiring is a skilled two-way forward with strong edgework and smart offensive instincts. He scored in the second period with a one-timer from the slot, beating the goaltender far side over the pad, highlighting his ability to get pucks off cleanly, quickly, and hard in scoring areas. He is reliable on both special teams and competes hard on the penalty kill by pressuring lanes and disrupting possession. His poise with the puck and ability to support teammates in different situations make him a steady two-way contributor.
Owen Corkish (RW, R, 5’10”, 167, Prince Albert Raiders, 06/04/2007)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Corkish is a young playmaker with good puck protection and offensive vision. In his first WHL game, Corkish looked comfortable alongside veteran linemates, showing strong puck pursuit on the forecheck and good puck protection along the walls. His balance on his edges and confidence with the puck stood out, as did his ability to make smart plays in the offensive zone. He displayed good IQ and vision, suggesting he can adjust quickly at this level and contribute as a reliable playmaking option. Continuing to improve in quick decision making will help his game overall.
Ethan McCallum (G, L, 6’4″, 195, Saskatoon Blades, 04/11/2006)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: McCallum is an athletic goaltender with quick lateral movement and strong compete in the crease. He stayed square to shooters and controlled rebounds well. He had good vision through screens to make key saves on the penalty kill. He showed mental toughness by responding well after goals against, making several late stops on odd-man rushes, including a sliding 2-on-1 save to keep his team within reach. He handles the puck confidently to support his defense, but improving his reads and avoiding over-committing would add even more consistency to his game.
Brayden Klimpke (D, L, 5’10”, 156, Saskatoon Blades, 10/08/2007)
Game Rating
A
1 Viewing
Comments: Klimpke is a smooth-skating defenceman who combines mobility with poise under pressure. He quarterbacked the power play with smart passes and low, accurate shots for tips and rebounds, while also showing patience on breakouts to move the puck effectively. Defensively, he showcased his skating ability to close a gap at the blue line and finish a check in the second period. His active stick disrupted multiple plays on the penalty kill, and his calm presence with and without the puck makes him effective in both special teams roles.
Zachery Olsen (C, R, 6’1″, 190, Saskatoon Blades, 03/16/2008, Colorado College)
Game Rating
B
1 Viewing
Comments: Olsen is a strong offensive forward who transitions quickly and has a deceptive release. In the third period, he scored to bring his team within one, using the defenceman as a screen and firing short side high from beyond the circle with a heavy shot. He handles and moves the puck well, consistently finds ways to generate offence off the rush and creates pressure in transition.
Cooper Williams (C, L, 6’0″, 165, Saskatoon Blades, 02/18/2008, North Dakota)
Game Rating
A
1 Viewing
Comments: Williams is a versatile center with strong puck skills and offensive IQ. He won the majority of his faceoffs with quick reactions and stick strength. He displayed his creativity and puck skills offensively by splitting the defense on the power play for a breakaway chance. He also showed a strong one-timer from the half wall, strong puck protection that drew penalties, and quick acceleration to beat opponents on races to the puck. His ability to contribute in all situations with vision, pace, and compete level makes him a dependable player for his team
Dustin Willhoft (C, L, 5’8″, 145, Saskatoon Blades, 01/09/2007)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Willhoft is an undersized, shifty forward whose skating and edgework make him difficult to contain. His footspeed allows him to reach top speed quickly, while his puck skills and vision create opportunities in the offensive zone, particularly on the power play. Despite his smaller frame, he competes hard and consistently puts himself in dangerous areas by moving the puck with pace.
Dominik Petr (C, L, 6’2″, 167, Saskatoon Blades, 04/30/2005)
Game Rating
B+
1 Viewing
Comments: Petr is a poised offensive forward with strong playmaking instincts and the ability to finish chances himself. On the power play, he moved the puck hard and fast between the slot and goal line before finishing the sequence with a one-timer far side for the game’s opening goal. His offensive-zone awareness and ability to use his frame to protect pucks allow him to create and sustain possession. Petr can improve his speed and edgework to become a more dynamic threat offensively.
Photo credit: Dan Hickling/Hickling Images
Scout: Greg Susinski