The Broncos got two goals by Levi Nelson in the third period to put the game away, and an empty-netter in the final seconds was added by Geordie Wudrick. Zack Smith and Eric Doyle also scored big goals while short-handed, and Justin Dowling scored in the second. Travis Yonkman played brilliantly in the Broncos' net, making 20 saves.
The Broncos lead the best-of-seven series at 3-2, and could clinch the series on home ice tonight, but they may have to do so without Forward Eric Felde. He went down in the third period after blocking a shot in the kneecap area.
Assistant Coach Tim Kehler doesn't know the extent of the injury, saying it could range between a bad bruise and a fracture, which he says is the biggest fear. Felde was taken for x-rays and we hope to know his status soon.
Season-ticket holders have until 12:00noon today to reserve their seats for tonight; otherwise, their tickets will go to walk-up sales. You can call the Broncos' Office to stake your claim at 773-1509.
Face-off for game six is at 7:30pm, with The Eagle 94.1FM picking up coverage from the Credit Union iplex starting at 7:00pm.
Elsewhere in the WHL Playoffs...
Lethbridge 3 BRANDON 4 in overtime (Hurricanes lead series 3-2)
MOOSE JAW 4 Calgary 2 (Hitmen lead series 3-2)
KOOTENAY 3 Medicine Hat 1 (Ice win series 4-1)
SPOKANE 3 Everett 2 in overtime (Chiefs sweep series 4-0)
Tonight, Seattle and Kelowna will play in game six, with the Thunderbirds leading 3-2.