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overtime heartbreak
Rebels eliminated in Eastern Conference quarterfinals following Game 5 loss
The Red Deer Rebels season came to an end on Friday night despite a tremendous effort on the road.Prince Albert Raiders Brandon Gorzynski scored 2:21 into overtime at the Art Hauser Centre to win 4-3 over the Rebels in Game 5 of the best-of-seven series.As a result, the Raiders were victorious in the Eastern Conference...
Apr 04, 2026
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Back in the series
Rebels victorious in Game 4 to avoid sweep
With their backs against the wall, the Red Deer Rebels responded in a big way.On Wednesday night, in front of their home crowd, the Rebels beat the Prince Albert Raiders 4-3 to win Game 4 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals.Despite getting outshot 38-13, the Rebels found a way to win to extend the best-of-seven ser...
Apr 02, 2026
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Controversial goal call
Rebels on the brink of elimination following Game 3 loss
The Red Deer Rebels' playoff lives are now hanging by a thread after falling 4-2 to the Prince Albert Raiders on Tuesday.As a result, the Rebels trail the Raiders 3-0 in the best-of-seven series following a Game 3 loss at the Centrium in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals.Rebels head coach Marc Habscheid said the sec...
Apr 01, 2026
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Rebels down 0-2 in the series
Raiders shut out Rebels in dominant fashion
The Red Deer Rebels have plenty of work ahead of them after falling 6-0 to the Prince Albert Raiders in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals. The Raiders now lead the Rebels two games to none in the best-of-seven series following an explosive second period that saw Prince Albert notch five unanswered goals. P...
Mar 29, 2026
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Game 2 on Saturday
Rebels drop Game 1 against Raiders
The Red Deer Rebels made it close but it wasn't enough to take down the Prince Albert Raiders on the road. In front of over 3,000 fans at the Art Hauser Centre, the Raiders beat the Rebels 4-1 to take Game 1 of the best-of-seven series in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals. The Raiders outshot the Rebels 39-22 with b...
Mar 28, 2026
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may 6 draft
Rebels to pick 17th in 2026 WHL Prospects Draft
The Red Deer Rebels officially have the 17th overall pick in this year's WHL Prospects Draft, which takes place May 6.The 17th pick originally belonged to Kelowna, and Red Deer received it from Moose Jaw in the recent trade for goaltender Chase Wutzke.And speaking of the Rockets, they will select first overall, followi...
Mar 27, 2026
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Playoff preview
Underdog Red Deer Rebels eye playoff upset
Fans and teams across the Western Hockey League may already have counted out the Red Deer Rebels ahead of their first-round playoff series against the Prince Albert Raiders.If that is true, the short answer, according to the Rebels, is don't.They are embracing the underdog role ahead of their series that begins this Fr...
Mar 24, 2026
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7-point week
Rebels Poul Andersen named WHL Rookie of the Week
The Western Hockey League announced Rebels forward Poul Andersen has been named the Rookie of the Week.The 18-year-old from St. Louis Park, Minn., scored four goals and three assists in three games last week as the Rebels clinched a postseason berth.He started the week with a three-point performance in a 4-3 win agains...
Mar 23, 2026
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Begins Friday
Rebels unveil first round playoff series schedule versus Raiders
The Western Hockey League has unveiled the schedule for the upcoming best-of-seven playoff series between the Red Deer Rebels and Prince Albert Raiders.The two teams will face off in the Eastern Conference quarterfinals beginning this Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, in Prince Albert at the Art Hauser Centre. P...
Mar 23, 2026
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Will face P.A. Raiders
Rebels clinch WHL playoff spot despite loss to Tigers
The Red Deer Rebels are headed back to the Western Hockey League playoffs. They clinched a spot in the 2026 postseason on Saturday evening, despite an 8-3 loss to the Medicine Hat Tigers. They earned their spot after the Swift Current Broncos defeated the Moose Jaw Warriors. The ninth-placed Warriors were looking to ov...
Mar 22, 2026
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Down to the wire
Rebels fall to Tigers but can still clinch playoff spot on Saturday
In a win-and-you-are-in situation, the Red Deer Rebels fell short on Friday night. In front of 5,549 fans at the Centrium, the Rebels lost to the Medicine Hat Tigers 9-3 with an opportunity to secure a playoff spot on the line. Forward Poul Andersen led the way offensively for the Rebels with a pair of goals; meanwhile...
Mar 21, 2026
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Push for playoffs
Rebels take down Hurricanes to secure important victory
The Red Deer Rebels defeated the Lethbridge Hurricanes 4-3 to pick up a massive two points in the Western Hockey League playoff race. Beckett Hamilton and Poul Andersen each had three points; meanwhile, netminder Matthew Kondro made 30 saves on 33 shots. The Rebels, who are now three points ahead of the Moose Jaw Warri...
Mar 19, 2026
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Final stretch
Rebels This Week: March 16-22
WEEK IN REVIEWStop us if you've heard this one... but the Rebels enter the final week of the regular season in a familiar, but intense spot... in eighth place in the WHL Eastern Conference, one point ahead of the Moose Jaw Warriors. The Rebels have three games remaining on the docket while the Warriors have two.The Reb...
Mar 18, 2026
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Three games remaining
Rebels fall to Hitmen in OT loss at home
The Red Deer Rebels hit a small speed bump in their pursuit of the postseason on Saturday.Despite holding a 3-0 lead in the first period, the Rebels fell 6-5 to the Calgary Hitmen in overtime.Rebels head coach Marc Habscheid said after they got up early, he felt his team got too fancy and got away from their game."...
Mar 15, 2026
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Four games remaining
Rebels strengthen playoff bid with OT victory over Wheat Kings
The Red Deer Rebels needed a hero, and on superhero-themed night at the Centrium, they got one.Just 29 seconds into overtime, forward Beckett Hamilton snapped home the game-winning goal in a 3-2 overtime victory over the Brandon Wheat Kings.When asked about the exciting end to the game, head coach Marc Habscheid quoted...
Mar 14, 2026
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Silent auction
Rebels to wear superhero-themed jerseys in support of Children's Miracle Network
The Red Deer Rebels will be sporting special superhero-themed jerseys in Friday night's tilt against the Brandon Wheat Kings.In partnership with the Western Hockey League, the Rebels will also wear capes during warm-ups as part of the RE/MAX Presents: Be a Superhero for Children's Miracle Network.Fans at the game will ...
Mar 14, 2026
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Back and forth game
Wenatchee Wild score in OT to sink Rebels at home
The Red Deer Rebels fell to the Wenatchee Wild 5-4 in overtime following an action-packed third period on Tuesday. Wild rookie Mason Kraft scored a pair of goals, including the game-winner, 1:46 into the extra frame at the Centrium. In the meantime, forward Kohen Lodge led the way offensively for Red Deer with a multi-...
Mar 11, 2026
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Home for three
Rebels This Week: March 9-15
WEEK IN REVIEWThe Rebels enter the penultimate week of the regular season in a familiar spot... in eighth place in the WHL Eastern Conference, one point ahead of the Moose Jaw Warriors. The Rebels still have one game at-hand on the Warriors.March 3 - A three-goal third period rally powered the Rebels to a thrilling 4-3...
Mar 09, 2026
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lethbridge hurricanes centre
Red Deer's Easton Daneault named WHL Rookie of the Week
Red Deer's Easton Daneault is the latest WHL Rookie of the Week.Daneault, a forward for the Lethbridge Hurricanes, recorded one goal and five assists in two games this week.The 18-year-old now has 47 points, including 12 goals, in 61 games, leading the Hurricanes in scoring.Per the WHL:The 5-foot-9, 160-pound centre st...
Mar 09, 2026
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Second time in four days
Resilient Rebels come from behind again to beat Raiders
The Red Deer Rebels have had a knack lately for showing up in the biggest moments.Just four days ago, they knocked off the CHL's second-ranked Prince Albert Raiders, and on Saturday, they did it again, beating the Eastern Conference-leading Raiders 3-1 at the Centrium.In front of 4,831 fans, Red Deer scored three unans...
Mar 08, 2026
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8-4 decision
Tigers surge in third period to sink Rebels
As the Red Deer Rebels enter the final stretch of the WHL regular season, they continue to hold on to the final playoff spot in a tight race, despite falling to the Medicine Hat Tigers. Their Central Division rivals scored four goals in the third period to beat the Rebels 8-4 in Co-op Place on Friday night. As a result...
Mar 07, 2026
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Close tilt
Saskatoon Blades take late lead in win over Rebels
The Red Deer Rebels pushed until the end, but fell 3-2 to the Saskatoon Blades on Wednesday night at the SaskTel Centre.For most of the game, it was a good old-fashioned battle of the goaltenders as Blades Evan Gardner made 33 saves on 35 shots and Rebels Matthew Kondro made 33 saves on 36 shots.The Rebels scored the o...
Mar 05, 2026
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11th alumni member recognized
Rebels legend Darcy Kuemper to be honoured with bobblehead this Saturday
The Red Deer Rebels announced Darcy Kuemper will receive his own bobblehead this week.The recent member of Team Canada and Rebels goalie legend has been named the 11th member of the Rebels alumni to receive a bobblehead.He's set to be honoured this Saturday when the Rebels host the Prince Albert Raiders at the Centrium...
Mar 04, 2026
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Statement made
Rebels storm back in third to stun Raiders
Fans tuning in to the Red Deer Rebels game on Tuesday night caught a glimpse of what could be a potential first-round playoff series in the upcoming WHL postseason.In a showdown with the Eastern Conference-leading Prince Albert Raiders, the two teams delivered an instant classic.The Rebels came out on top with a 4-3 co...
Mar 04, 2026
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Four Games This Week
Rebels This Week: March 2-8
WEEK IN REVIEWAfter splitting a pair of home games last weekend, the Rebels kick off the final month of the regular season with a busy four-game week. March 1 - Owen DeWitt tipped home the game winning goal late in period two as the Rebels downed the visiting Swift Current Broncos 4-2 at the Marchant Crane Centrium. Al...
Mar 03, 2026
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Return to the win column
Rebels snap four-game skid with win over Broncos
The Red Deer Rebels returned to the win column with a hard-fought victory over the Swift Current Broncos. They defeated their opponents 4-2 to reclaim eighth place in the Eastern Conference in the WHL, overtaking the Moose Jaw Warriors for the final playoff spot. Head coach Marc Habscheid said after a tough loss to Edm...
Mar 01, 2026
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Playoff hunt
Red Deer Rebels held scoreless in loss to Oil Kings
At a time of the year when the Red Deer Rebels need to be winning games, they've struggled. On Friday night, they were shut out by the Oil Kings at the Centrium for their fourth-straight loss. Rebels head coach Marc Habscheid said they had plenty of chances to score, including several on the man advantage, but couldn't...
Feb 28, 2026
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Eyes Set On Playoffs
Rebels This Week: February 23-March 1
WEEK IN REVIEWAs February winds down the Red Deer Rebels remain in a playoff spot in the WHL's Eastern Conference despite a pair of setbacks last weekend. FEBRUARY 20 - Beckett Hamilton scored his team leading 20th goal of the season. Owen DeWitt netted his third tally of the campaign. Matthew Kondro made 26 saves. FEB...
Feb 23, 2026
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Missing: Eugenie Headman, 66, of Maskwacis
Apr 04, 2026

episode 65
Podcast: Say what? Central Alberta got crazy on April Fools' Day!
mayor hopes to meet housing minister this month
Alberta demands Ottawa back off on housing funding stripped from Red Deer
Apr 02, 2026
Last seen Jan. 15
Missing: Courtney Cattleman, 17, of Maskwacis
Apr 02, 2026

an uplifting and momentous occasion
Podcast: Citizenship Judge James Clover on welcoming 122 new Canadians
eyes up
Air Spray training around Red Deer Regional Airport
Apr 02, 2026
Prevention, Access, Recovery, and Coordination
Safe Harbour officially hands over shelter keys, establishes accessible navigation hub
Apr 01, 2026