The OCN Blizzard ended a 7 game loosing streak when they hosted the Neepawa Titans on Friday.

With the return of players like Aaron Lorenz and Amraj Gil who had spent time recovering from injuries the OCN Blizzard emergred victorious with a final score of 6-3 against the titans.

The Blizzard set the pace late into the first period when Hunter Rambow scored the first goals of the night and only goal of the first period 13:27 in, assisted by Isiah Kinnvanthong and Ryland Kuczek.

Brock MacDonald scored two goals nearly a minute appart in the second half of the second period. Ashton Paul came in with the assist for the first goal followed by Aaron Lorenz for the second.

After a nasty hit left the Blizzard without star forward Riley Zimmerman, the OCN Blizzard came at the Titans with a vengance. With multiple close shots on Titans goalie Gavin Renwick even as Zimmermans penalty was still being served. Unfortunately for the Blizzard none of these shots resulted in a goal.

Cameron Trimble scored the first goal of the night for the titans during a power play late into the period. With both teams winding down and ready for intermission Drew Peters came in with an unassisted goal during the final 39 seconds of the 2nd period with a final score of 4-1 for the Blizzard.

Rylan Gudnason and Cameron Trimble with his second goal began the third period for the Titans nearly tying the game durring the first 3 minutes of play into the third perod leaving the score at 4-3 for the Blizzard. However the near tie was short lived thanks to a goal scored by Aaron Lorenz and assisted by Amraj Gil. Guerin Apperley's first goal of the season wrapped up the night for the team, assisted by Brock MacDonald and Aaron Lorenz.

Of course, the game could have looked much different for the Blizzard had it not been for a fantastic debut appearance by former Melford Mustangs goalie Steven Bacovsky. With all eyes on him Steven stopped a whopping 45 of 48 shots on net compared to the Blizzards 38 shots against Neepawa.

The OCN Blizzard hit the ice this weekend starting their series against the Neepawa Titans.

Fans will be pleased to see the return of previously missing players who were off due to injuries. Friday’s game will also be the debut game for former Melfort Mustangs goalie Steven Bacovsky who was recently acquired by the Blizzard.

We’ll be broadcasting Friday’s game starting at 6:45PM at the Roy H Johnston arena.

Saturday’s game against the Titans will not be broadcasted by CJAR. Fans are encouraged to come to the games dressed up for Halloween to be allowed entry at a reduced rate. Saturday’s game will also feature the end of the Halloween jersey auction at 8pm sharp.

22 year old Connor Dewar played his first game in the NHL last night when the Minnesota Wild faced the newly formed Seattle Kraken.

Dewar, a local to The Pas had two shots on goal last night before the wild fell 1-4 to the Kraken.

Dewar began his hockey career in 2013 playing for the Parkland Rangers U15 and U18 AAA team before joining the Everett Silvertips in 2015 with the WHL.

The Pas Skating Club still has spots available to get your kid out on the ice. The Parent and Me, CanSkate, CanStart and STARskate programs each have spots available.

Starting with Parent and Me, registration costs vary from $90-$567 depending on the level of the program.

 Some basic skating equipment like hockey or figure skates, helmets and gloves are required. The Pas Skating Club also advises the use of snow pants. To register your children click here.

 Max Fried takes the mound for Atlanta tonight as the Braves face the host Houston Astros in Game 2 of the World Series.

Jose Urquidy gets the start for Houston. Last night, Jorge became the first player to begin a World Series with a home run as Atlanta beat Houston 6-2.

The Norman Masters Aquatic Club will be officially hitting pool starting November 15th at the Winton Pool! To register, head over to the Kelsey Recreation and Wellness Centre and sign up for one or two sessions a week.

One session a week cost’s $140 for registration while two cost’s $220.

The club will meet Thursdays from 7:30-8:30 PM and Saturdays 9:30-10:30 AM. For registration info or questions contact normanmastersclub@gmail.com or rec.wellness@townofthepas.ca

The OCN Blizzard suffered back to back losses again this weekend as the Waywayseecappo wolverines swept the series.

Friday’s game in Waywayseecappo started off better than the previous weekend, with no goals from either team during the 1^st period.

The OCN Blizzard opened up the 2^nd period with the first goal of the night, scored a minute and 48 seconds into the period by Brett Tataryn, assisted by Riley Zimmerman and Michael Hlady. This was short lived however as the period wrapped up with a final score of 2-1 for the Wolverines.

Into the third period the Blizzard came back with a vengeance, tying the game with a goal scored by Dain Sardelli, assisted by Drayden Kurbatoff a minute and 18 seconds into the period. The tie game was short lived as the Wolverines Boston Bird would score 3 minutes and 18 seconds into the period, setting the momentum for the eventual 7-2 win over the OCN Blizzard.

Sunday’s game on home Ice had a much different tone for the Blizzard. Starting with another early goal scored by Dain Sardelli, his second of the weekend.

Into the second period the Blizzard briefly pulled ahead from the Wolverines with a pair of goals scored by Riley Zimmerman and Hunter Rambow. After a pair of penalties the Wolverines took advantage of a 3 on 5, tying the game and later pulling ahead during another 3 on 5 in the final minutes of the period.

The 3^rd period nearly gave the Blizzard an opportunity to go into overtime after William Irvine, a name new to fans but not new to the OCN Blizzard scored his first goal of the season assisted by Drayden Kurbatoff. Irvine has been off the ice since the beginning of the season due to a broken arm suffered during hockey camp. The goal would result in the pulling of OCN goalie Nik Jerris in an attempt to tie the game at 5 all heading into the final minutes of the 3^rd period. Unfortunately the only goal scored as a result would be against the OCN Blizzards now empty net resulting in a final score of 4-6 for the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.

Final score of the series 4-0 for the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.

The Wescana Inn U13 Hockey Tournament is now taking registrations for multiple divisions. The tournament will take place November 19th to the 21st.

To register or for more info contact Savanna sayese at 617-0125 or by emailing savannasayese@gmail.com

The OCN Blizzard fell to the Waywayseecapo Wolverines twice this past weekend. The injury plagued Blizzard showed promise on Friday, wrapping the game up 6-4 for the Wolverines.

Aaron Lorenz, Keilan Holland, Max Mazur and most recently Amraj Gill have all been out of recent games due to various injuries.

On Sunday the Waywayseecapo Wolverines took advantage of the bigger rink and home ice advantage, with a final score of 5-1 for the Wolverines.

OCN Minor Hockey is looking for coaches and volunteers to help their U7-U15 leagues. Anyone interested in helping to train the next generation of hockey players can attend a meeting at the Gordon Lathlin Memorial Center today at 6pm. If you have any questions check out or message the OCN Minor Hockey Facebook page prior to the meeting.

The Pas Curling Club is set to hit the ice starting Monday October 25th.

Those who didn’t attend last night’s meeting can still register by contacting the club on Facebook or emailing inturn@mymts.net. Registration fees vary between $70 and $300 depending on the league chosen and all participants must be fully vaccinated.

The Pas curling club's annual general meeting is going on tonight. The meeting will take place at 7PM in the rink club room. Everyone interested in curling is encouraged to attend as options for all skill levels will be available. Masks and proof of vaccination will be required to attend.

Lots of hockey took place across Manitoba over Thanksgiving weekend.

The OCN Blizzard wrapped up their first series with the Dauphin kings with a pair of losses. Friday the Blizzard were in Dauphin with a 7-2 loss, followed by Sundays 7-3 loss at home.

The OCN Storm had a better weekend with a win and a loss in Nelson House wrapping up their series with the Flames. Starting the weekend off strong with a 3-0 win over the Flames the Storm came close to a sweep of the series Until the Flames bit back with a 7-5 victory on Sunday.

Lots of local hockey is scheduled for this weekend! In the MJHL, The OCN Blizzard head to Dauphin with a vengeance to face the King's after a 4-1 road loss last Sunday. We'll be broadcasting that game live beginning at 7:15 with your pre-game show.

In the KJHL The OCN Storm head to Thompson to face the NCN Flames on Saturday and Sunday.

The Pas Roadrunners Swim Club is hosting their annual general meeting today from 6-8 pm. The meeting will be at the Wescana inn at the Lower Banquet Room.

Participants must follow public health guidlines. Those who can't attend but would like to participate can email mrs.donnadawe@gmail.com to attend via Zoom.

The OCN Storm will be spending plenty of time on the iceas regular play begins this weekend.

The Storm will visit the NCN Flames all weekend. Starting at the C.A Nesbitt Arena on Saturday and finishing off at the Gilbert McDonald Arena Sunday afternoon.

The Dauphin kings evened the score yesterday when they emerged victorious over the OCN Blizzard with a final score of 4-1. The Blizzard's lone goal was scored by Brock MacDonald and assisted by newly acquired Drayden Kurbatoff in the final two minutes of play.

They face the Dauphin Kings again this Friday, October 8th at 7:30 pm at the Credit Union Place. We'll be broadcasting that game anywhere you can find Your Radio beginning with your pre game show at 7:15

The Pas Curling Club is holding their annual general meeting and registration at the rink Wednesday October 13th at 7pm.

Participants must follow public health orders, masks and proof of vaccination are required for entry.