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The Week That Was
A light week for the Pats saw their win streak come to an end, and a new string begin.  The second period was the Blue and White’s undoing Wednesday night in Swift Current.  Leading 2-0 after one period, the Broncos scored four goals in the middle frame and tacked on another to start the third.  Sam Steel and Braden Christoffer each scored to pull the Pats within one, but Jake DeBrusk completed a hat-trick into the empty net late to seal the Pats 6-4 loss.

Saturday in Saskatoon was a night of lead changes.  After falling behind 1-0, the Pats jumped to a 3-1 advantage before surrendering the lead early in the third.  Chase Harrison tied the game midway through the period .  That set the stage for late heroics as Christoffer carried from centre ice, drove the net and scored with three seconds left in a 5-4 victory.

The Week Ahead
Tuesday, December 16th – Pats at Brandon (7:00 p.m.)
In their final road game before the break, the Pats make their third trip to Brandon to face the Wheat Kings.  The Blue and White won their last trip to Westman Place by a 3-2 score and are in search of their 20th win of the season.  Tune in on 620 CKRM at 6:35 p.m. or watch on WHL Live Web TV.

Wednesday, December 17th – Pats vs. Lethbridge (7:00 p.m.)
The Queen City Kids close out their pre-Christmas schedule with their third contest against the Lethbridge Hurricanes.  The Pats have outscored the ‘Canes 14-2 in their first two meetings.  It’s Prostate Cancer Awareness Night at the Brandt Centre, so stop by their display and pick up some Pats socks with the proceeds going towards Prostate Cancer Canada.  Don’t forget Brandt Centre concessions have
two-for-one hot dogs all night.

Roster Moves
Pats reassign F Jacob Elmer to Edge Hockey Academy (CSSHL)
Pats reassign D Ryan Krushen to Sherwood Park (AMHL)

Klimchuk Back with Pats
Pats forward Morgan Klimchuk received tough news when he was sent back to the Pats from Canada’s World Junior Selection Camp.  The Calgary, AB product had goals in both of Canada’s wins over the CIS Selects as part of the tryout process.  Klimchuk will be in the lineup Tuesday when the Pats face Brandon.

Second Half Season Tickets
Don’t miss a second of the action on the ice in the second half of the season with the Pats’ new Second Half Season Ticket.  Purchase yours before January 2nd and be in the stands for all the game changing moments still to come this season and enjoy the new fan experience coming in 2015.  For more information, contact Kellin Enslev in the Pats Office at 306-337-1538 or visit ReginaPats.com.

Stocking Stuffer
The Pats are pleased to present a Voucher Pack Bonus Offer for all purchases now until December 31st.  When you purchase any 8-Ticket Voucher Pack (Adult, Senior or Youth/Special Needs apply), receive two (2) bonus vouchers to make it a TEN PACK!  To purchase, visit the Regina Pats Office in the West End of the Brandt Centre, or call the office at 306-522-PATS (7287).

Neutral Zone Holiday Season Hours
With Christmas quickly approaching, the best stop you can make for the Pats fan in your life is the Neutral Zone Store.  Stop by to check out the new product and new store layout at the East End of the Brandt Centre.  View the extended holiday hours online at ReginaPats.com.

Important Dates
Wednesday, December 17th – Prostate Cancer Awareness Night vs. Lethbridge – 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 28th – First Post-Christmas Home Game vs. Swift Current – 6 p.m.

(Courtesy Daniel Fink)