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Powell River Kings shut out league-leading Coquitlam Express (VIDEO)

Hockey club wins second straight game at home
Powell River Kings’ forward Jacob Slipec
Powell River Kings’ forward Jacob Slipec was thwarted by Coquitlam Express goaltender Jack Watson on this attempt during a BC Hockey League game at Hap Parker Arena in Powell River on Sunday, November 10, but managed to score his fifth of the season on another occasion to secure a 2-0 win. Alicia Baas photo

Powell River Kings rode a strong goaltending performance from Derek Krall en route to a second straight win at home over Coquitlam Express, the top team in the BC Hockey League.

Krall stopped all 28 shots he faced in the 2-0 win, including a clear-cut breakaway early in the third period, and was named first star for the second time in as many games.

After a scoreless first period dominated by the Express, who outshot the home team 12-4 over the first 20 minutes, Kings rebounded in a penalty-filled second period, outshooting the visitors 17-7.

Ben Wozney and Hunter McCoy combined to set up Levi Glasman’s 11th goal of the season to open the scoring 7:37 into the middle frame, bringing the crowd of 647 fans to their feet.

After failing to convert on two five-on-three powerplays, Kings finally made the Express pay for costly penalties when Jacob Slipec slapped a rebound past Jack Watson while the home team enjoyed a five on four advantage.

The insurance goal came with less than a second remaining in the second period, giving the Kings a 2-0 lead and rounding out the scoring. Wozney picked up his second assist of the game with help from Dawson McKay.

Coquitlam outshot Powell River 9-3 in the scoreless third period and 28-24 overall.

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The teams combined for 60 minutes in penalties, 33 for Coquitlam and 27 for Powell River.

Glasman earned second star recognition for his winning goal; Coquitlam captain Drew Cooper was named third star.

Kings moved to within one point of Alberni Valley for fourth place in BCHL Island Division standings; the Bulldogs hold three games in hand.

Kings continue a five-game homestand when Trail Smoke Eaters visit on Friday, November 15. Game time at Hap Parker Arena is 7 pm.