For the second time in two years, the Prince Albert Predators are MacDonald Cup champs.
The Predators capped off an undefeated tournament with a 10-8 overtime win over the North Shore Indians in the Gold Medal game. Predators coach Lucas Wells credited his team for their resilience after falling behind late in the game before rallying for the win.
“This is the first time in a very long time we’ve had to play from behind, but everyone on the bench was very positive. It was very, very, very positive,” Wells said afterward.
“I think all and all, this is a great group of guys and one of the best teams that I’ve coached.”
Prince Albert trailed 7-5 in the third, but a pair of goals from Brayden Rieger tied the game up at seven. North Shore went ahead with just under 12 minutes to play on a g