The Estevan Bruins suffered their first defeat of the pre-season with a 5-4 shootout loss at the hands of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League's Swan Valley Stampeders Friday night in Virden, Man.
The neutral-site game was played in Virden's new arena. The city is rumoured to be a prospective site for a MJHL franchise.
Chris Daniels, Michael Hengen, Dylan Smith and Calder Neufeld scored for the Bruins (3-1).
Estevan led 2-1 after the first period and the game was tied 3-3 after two.
Steven Glass turned in a strong outing for the Bruins in goal.
Estevan's next pre-season action comes on Sunday when they visit the Yorkton Terriers.
