Rebels

Maybe the Red Deer Rebels were too well rested Friday and Saturday while they dropped back-to-back WHL games on home ice.

Thursday was a busy day for Red Deer Rebels management.

In the event that one or both of Alex Petrovic and Mathew Dumba play with Team Canada in the 2012 World Junior Hockey Championship, one or two gaping holes will appear on the Red Deer Rebels blueline and remain for roughly a month.

Mathew Dumba can keep a secret.“It’s pretty exciting. I found out last night and was told to keep quiet,” the Red Deer Rebels 17-year-old defenceman said on Monday, in reference to his invitation to the Canadian junior team selection camp Dec. 10 to 14 in Calgary.“With the official announcement (from Hockey Canada) this morning, it’s a big day for me.”Rebels veteran rearguard Alex Petrovic will also attend the selection camp.

Tigers 4 Rebels 1The Red Deer Rebels were long on effort but short on manpower Saturday night at the Centrium.

Injuries and suspensions are starting to catch up to the Red Deer Rebels.

The Red Deer Rebels’ winning percentage dipped over the past week, but it’s not like their confidence has taken a beating.

Clearly, the Red Deer Rebels have found their scoring touch.

Rebels 5 Hurricanes 0The Red Deer Rebels weren’t going to make the same mistake twice.

Adam Kambeitz felt like he was blind-sided.Was he complaining? Not a chance.