Despite a sluggish start, the Hitmen began where they left off in the regular season last year, posting a victory in their home opener over the Red Deer Rebels.
The sporadic schedule and long breaks found the Hitmen very sluggish in the first 2 periods, and down 2-1 going into the 3rd. In the 3rd though, it was like the Hitmen from last year. Fast, skilled, and in your face, and they dominated the Rebels, posting 2 goals (could have been a lot more) and coming out with a 3-2 victory.
The Hitmen are sure to provide great hockey and great entertainment throughout the year, and are destined to stay among the top 10 CHL teams throughout the year.