Chilliwack Chiefs struggles continue

CHILLIWACK — Caden Cranston had two goals and one assist to lead the Surrey Eagles to a 3 – 1 victory in Chilliwack Friday in BCHL action.

Cranston opened the scoring on a first period powerplay and then added his eighth of the season in the third period as the Eagles continued their perfect season with their eighth win in eight games.

Hunter McInnes scored the lone Chiefs goal in the third period as Chilliwack fell to 2 – 6 – 1 – 0 on the season.

The Chiefs, along with the rest of the league, head south to Seattle to participate in the annual BCHL showcase. It opens Sunday (Oct. 22) as the Chiefs face Cowichan. The BCHL Showcase places all teams in front of a host of NHL and U.S. college scouts for a series of regular season games. Chilliwack will also face Cranbrook Tuesday at the event.