The Dauphin Kings are back atop the West with four games in hand.
Opening 2025 on home ice, the boys in Blue & Black put together a solid effort in a 4-1 win against the Winnipeg Blues.
Dauphin (22-8-1) got two goals each from Cayden Glover and Havyril Simchuk in the win. Cole Sheffield was outstanding as he made 26 saves to earn his 19th win.
Dauphin is now two points ahead of the Blizzard with four games in hand.
To note, Sunday's game between the Kings and Blizzard has been postponed. It will be made up at a later date.