Oil Kings take 2-1 lead over Raiders in WHL playoff series

Gavin Hodnett had a goal and assist, Gracyn Sawchyn had two assists, and the Edmonton Oil Kings edged the visiting Prince Albert Raiders 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Marshall Finnie and Ethan MacKenzie also scored for the Oil Kings, who took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series of the opening round of the Western Hockey League playoffs.

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Riley Boychuk and Aiden Oiring scored for the Raiders, who were outshot 33-20.

Game 4 is Wednesday in Edmonton.

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