2026-04-12
WHL Morning Skate: April 12 -
NEED TO KNOW - Prince George scored shorthanded goals 12 seconds apart to cruise to a 6-2 win over Penticton - Draft-eligible Michal Orsulak iced a 15-save shutout to lift Prince Albert to a 2-0 series lead at home - Detroit Red Wings first-rounder Carter Bear scored his first career playoff goal to stave off a Rockets comeback attempt in Everett - Defenceman of the Year candidate Jonas Woo scored in his 64th career playoff game to help the Tigers edge the Hitmen TOP PERFORMER A pair of goals for Parascak! The 2024 Washington Capitals 17th-overall pick has launched himself to a new level in Round Two with six points (4G-2A) in two games against the Vees. The 19-year-old capped off a slick pass from Brock Souch for a shorthanded icebreaker at the South Okanagan Events Centre. Just 12 seconds later, Parascak tee
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Tung Shines as Wolf Pack Beat Thunderbirds 3-1 -
A 36-save performance from Callum Tung helped lead the Wolf Pack to victory in the latest I-91 Rivalry matchup.
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CALLUM TUNG STELLAR AS WOLF PACK DOWN THUNDERBIRDS 3-1 -
SPRINGFIELD, MA – The Hartford Wolf Pack used three first period goals to knock off the rival Springfield Thunderbirds…
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2026-04-11
WHL Morning Skate: April 11 -
NEED TO KNOW - With a goal and two assists in Game 1 against Saskatoon, Prince Albert's Daxon Rudolph leads all defencemen in postseason points with 10 (4G-6A) in six games - Sixteen-year-old Defenceman of the Year finalist Landon DuPont made a highlight-reel pass to spring Seattle Kraken pick Julius Miettinen for a breakaway beauty to take a 1-0 series lead on Kelowna - After scoring 45 goals in the regular season, Medicine Hat captain Bryce Pickford scored twice, including the OT winner, to down Calgary - Hitmen alternate captain Ethan Moore is the only active skater to score in every game these playoffs - Washington Capitals first-rounder Terik Parascak struck twice to lift Prince George to a 4-1 win over the B.C. Division champion Penticton Vees TOP PERFORMER The accolades and goals just keep piling up for Nokia, Finland'
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Flashback Friday: Looking at the former Seattle Thunderbirds/Seattle Breakers with connections to the Flames -
On Saturday, the Calgary Flames have a matchup with the Seattle Kraken, one of just four games remaining. Joining the National Hockey League in 2021-22, the Kraken don’t have a whole lot of history. While they aren’t eliminated just yet, it would take an improbable series of events for the Kraken to make the playoffs….
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2026-04-10
WHL announces finalists for Four Broncos Memorial Trophy -
The Four Broncos Memorial Trophy is presented annually to the WHL Player of the Year.
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2026-04-09
SERIES PREVIEW: Kelowna Rockets vs. Everett Silvertips -
On paper, it wouldn't be crazy to see this series as a potential Memorial Cup matchup. The regular-season champion Everett Silvertips are coming off the winningest season in franchise history, while the Kelowna Rockets have caught fire as they prepare to host the 2026 Memorial Cup. Both teams are coming off statement first-round sweeps. Everett found some playoff absolution by downing the rival Portland Winterhawks, who had eliminated the Silvertips for the last three years. Kelowna flexed just how far their group has come by taking out their longtime foes, the Kamloops Blazers. The Silvertips are tied for most playoff goals in 2026 with 25, though no skater has more than four (a credit belonging to Seattle Kraken prospect Julius Miettinen). A staggering 14 Everett skaters have lit the lamp, including draft-eligible Matias Vanhanen, the WHL's first exceptional-status defenceman, Landon DuPont, and Florida Panthers prospect Shea Busch, who scored in his return to the lineup after
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2026 Player Tracker: WHL to AHL -
As WHL seasons wrap up, NHL prospects and WHL free agents can be invited to compete with professional hockey clubs in the American Hockey League via assignment from their NHL teams or by signing Amateur Tryout Agreements (ATOs). The WHL will keep track of these opportunities until the conclusion of the AHL season. BRANDON WHEAT KINGS F- Luke Mistelbacher- Belleville Senators- ATO* KAMLOOPS BLAZERS D- Harrison Brunicke- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins- Reassigned F- Tommy Lafreniere- Bakersfield Condors- ATO MOOSE JAW WARRIORS G- Chase Wutzke- Iowa Wild- Reassigned PORTLAND WINTERHAWKS F- Ryan Miller- Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins- ATO SEATTLE THUNDERBIRDS D- Radim Mrtka- Rochester Americans- Reassigned TRI-CITY AMERICANS D- Charlie Elick- Cleveland Monsters- Reassigned *Mistelbacher signed an AHL contract that will take effect at the start of the
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2026-04-08
Radim Mrtka (D) from Seattle Thunderbirds to Rochester Americans -
Status: Recall/Reassignment Date: 04/08/2026 Player: Radim Mrtka (D) From: Seattle Thunderbirds To: Rochester Americans Information: Reassigned Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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SERIES PREVIEW: Prince George Cougars vs. Penticton Vees -
A campaign of firsts will continue for the Penticton Vees. The expansion club will take on the Prince George Cougars in the second round of the 2026 WHL Playoffs. Penticton's historic 44-14-6-4 inaugural CHL season saw the Vees capture the B.C. Division title, though the Cougars weren't far behind with a 44-22-2-0 record of their own. The Vees closed the book on their first WHL playoff series by downing the Seattle Thunderbirds 4-1, while the Cougars dispatched the Spokane Chiefs in 6 hotly-contested outings- two of which went into overtime. This matchup will feature two of the postseason's top scorers in Prince George's Brock Souch, who is tied for the WHL points lead with 11 points (5G-6A) and New York Islanders prospect Jacob Kvasnicka, who sits fifth with nine points (5G-4A). Souch and Kvasnicka also sit third and fourth in points per game. Penticton dominated the regular season series between these teams with a 5-0-1-0 record, highlighted by a 3-0 shutout win on February 16 t
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Sabres reassign top defense prospect to Rochester Amerks -
The Buffalo Sabres on Wednesday reassigned top defense prospect Radim Mrtka from his junior team, the Seattle Thunderbirds, to the Rochester Americans. Mrtka, the ninth overall pick in 2025, began the season in Rochester before the Sabres sent him to Seattle. Seattle’s season ended Friday in the first round of the Western Hockey League Playoffs. The 6-foot-6, 218-pound Mrtka registered one goal, 34 points, 38 penalty minutes and a minus-3 rating in 43 games with ... Read the full article The post Sabres reassign top defense prospect to Rochester Amerks first appeared on
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Sabres Reassign Radim Mrtka To AHL -
The Sabres have reassigned top defense prospect Radim Mrtka to AHL Rochester to finish the season, per a team announcement. He had been on loan to his junior team, the Seattle Thunderbirds of the Western Hockey League. Unlike most players making the jump from juniors to the AHL this time of year, Mrtka won’t be making his […]
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Series Preview Round 2: Vees vs Cougars -
The Penticton Vees got past the Seattle Thunderbirds in five games during round one and will carry home-ice advantage into the second round as the #2 ... - WHL Penticton Vees
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2026-04-07
Buffalo Sabres Open Thread, Wk of 4/6 -
As the regular season is rounding out to a close, the games are ramping up in intensity as well. The Buffalo Sabres had a huge regulation win over Tampa on Monday night, and with Montreal right in the mix for the division lead, it’s going to stay pretty tense. This is the situation as of Tuesday morning. Mon, Apr 7th, 7pm ET – Buffalo Sabres (46-23-8) vs Tampa Bay Lightning (48-22-6)Wed, Apr 8th, 7pm ET – Buffalo Sabres at New York Rangers (33-36-9)Thu, Apr 9th, 7pm ET – Buffalo Sabres vs Columbus Blue Jackets (38-27-12) The Amerks started the week off dreadfully with two regulation losses, but were able to turn things around with an overtime win. Mon, Apr 6th, 7pm ET – Rochester Americans (29-27-5-4) at Cleveland Monsters (35-25-6-2)Wed, Apr 8th, 7pm ET – Rochester Am
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2026-04-06
Penticton eliminates Kent-based T-Birds from WHL playoffs -
The Kent-based Seattle Thunderbirds were eliminated in the first round of the Western Hockey League (WHL) playoffs for the second consecutive season.
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Vees to face Cougars in second round of 2026 WHL Playoffs presented by Nutrien -
The B.C. Division-champion and expansion Penticton Vees will go head-to-head with the Prince George Cougars in the second round of the 2026 WHL Playoffs presented by Nutrien. The best-of-seven series was confirmed Sunday evening as the Cougars emerged triumphant from the first round, knocking off the Spokane Chiefs in a six-game thriller. For the Vees, they advanced to the second round of the WHL Playoffs following a five-game triumph over the Seattle Thunderbirds. Penticton’s South Okanagan Events Centre will play host to Games 1 and 2 on Friday, April 10, and Saturday, April 11, respectively. The series will make its way north to the CN Centre in Prince George, with Games 3 and 4 set for Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, respectively. The Vees took home the season series title, going 5-0-1-0, while the Cougars finished 1-4-1-0. It was Prince George winning the final contest of the regular season, edging Penticton in overtime by a 4-3 score at
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2026-04-05
Crunch Fall To Thunderbirds, 4-3, In Shootout -
The Crunch came back from three different one-goal deficits to claim one standings point.
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T-Birds Season Ends in Penticton -
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2026-04-04
Game 67 Preview: Syracuse Crunch at Springfield Thunderbirds -
The Syracuse Crunch hit the road for Springfield.
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WHL Morning Skate: April 4 -
NEED TO KNOW - Sixteen-year-old Raiders defenceman Brock Cripps had a three-point night to knock out Red Deer - New York Islanders prospect Jacob Kvasnicka buried a penalty shot goal to help Penticton eliminate Seattle - Draft-eligible Zach Olsen netted a goal and an assist to give the sixth-seed Blades a 3-2 lead on Edmonton - The Medicine Hat Tigers will try to eliminate the Regina Pats on Saturday night TOP PERFORMER The Isles got a good one! Jacob Kvasnicka came in clutch with an assist on Ryden Evers' game-opening goal before lighting the lamp himself with a clever move on a penalty shot. Kvasnicka iced Penticton's first-ever WHL Playoffs series with an empty netter to send the Seattle Thunderbirds packing. The 18-year-old is fourth among all WHL skaters in postseason scoring with five goals and four assi
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T-Birds Season Ends in Penticton -
PENTICTON, B.C. - The Seattle Thunderbirds season came to an end Friday night with a 6-3 loss to the Penticton Vees in Game Five of their first round,... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Penticton Vees moving on to Round Two of the 2026 WHL Playoffs -
An explosive season of firsts will continue in Penticton. The WHL's newest franchise has earned its first playoff series victory with a 6-3 decision over the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 5 on Friday night. Louis Wehmann scored twice, including a dazzling solo effort, while New York Islanders prospect Jacob Kvasnicka added two, highlighted by a third-period penalty shot deke. The Vees have had to battle for every inch against the gritty Thunderbirds. Alternate captain and WHL veteran Brady Birnie netted the first playoff goal in Vees WHL history, while defenceman Charlie Michaud pulled the trigger in overtime to lift Penticton to a 3-2 win in Game 1. Netminder Andrew Reyelts took centre stage in Game 2 with a 29-save effort, while Kvasnicka dished a goal and an assist and Danish World Juniors stalwart Tristan Petersen tallied the game-winner to take a 4-1 decision. WHL regular-season goals leader and Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt scored twice to give Seattle a 2-1 lead in
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Game 5, Round 1 Preview: Vees vs Thunderbirds -
The Penticton Vees take on the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 5 of their first round series. A win tonight would advance Penticton to the second round a... - WHL Penticton Vees
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2026-04-03
PREVIEW: Phantoms at Penguins, Game 66 -
Stretch Run! TODAY – The Lehigh Valley Phantoms (28-31-6) return to NEPA for another rivalry duel with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (41-16-8). With just seven games remaining in the regular season, Lehigh Valley is neck-and-neck with the Springfield Thunderbirds in a heated race for the last playoff spot in the Atlantic Division. The Phantoms’ Magic Number to Read More The post PREVIEW: Phantoms at Penguins, Game 66 appeared first on Lehigh Valley Phantoms.
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PREVIEW: Phantoms at Penguins, Game 66 -
Stretch Run! TODAY – The Lehigh Valley Phantoms (28-31-6) return to NEPA for another rivalry duel with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins (41-16-8). With just seven games remaining in the regular season, Lehigh Valley is neck-and-neck with the Springfield Thunderbirds in a heated race for the last playoff spot in the Atlantic Division. The Phantoms’ Magic Number to Read More The post PREVIEW: Phantoms at Penguins, Game 66 appeared first on Lehigh Valley Phantoms.
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T-Birds Come up Short in Game Three -
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T-Birds, Sklenicka, Force Game Five -
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2026-04-02
WHL Morning Skate: April 2 -
NEED TO KNOW - The Everett Silvertips and Kelowna Rockets have become the first teams to advance to Round 2 of the 2026 WHL Playoffs - Los Angeles Kings prospect Vojtech Cihar has tied his Kelowna teammate Tij Iginla for the playoff scoring lead with 10 points in four games, while ranking first in goals with six - Toronto Maple Leafs prospect Miroslav Holinka picked up a hat trick to tie Edmonton's series against the Saskatoon Blades - Draft-eligible Kalder Varga's powerplay strike helped Red Deer stave off elimination against Prince Albert - The Calgary Hitmen and Prince George Cougars can advance to the second round with wins on Thursday night TOP PERFORMER RESULTS Everett 6,
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WHL announces finalists for Brad Hornung Memorial Trophy -
Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League announced today the 2025-26 finalists for the Brad Hornung Memorial Trophy, presented annually to the WHL’s Most Sportsmanlike Player. In two seasons with the Regina Pats, Hornung was widely regarded and respected for his combination of talent, desire, and unmistakable sportsmanlike attitude. He was paralyzed following a collision in a game in Regina on March 1, 1987, but remained deeply engrained in hockey and the WHL until his passing in 2022. Finalists for WHL Awards are voted upon by WHL General Managers. Winners of 2026 WHL Awards will be announced from Tuesday, April 21, through Wednesday, May 6. Brad Hornung Memorial Trophy – Eastern Conference Finalists Jordan Gavin, Brandon Wheat Kings (Surrey, B.C.) Braeden Cootes, Prince Albert Raiders (Sherwood Park, Alta.) Markus Ruck, Medicine Hat Tigers (Osoyoos, B.C.) Brad Hornung Memorial Trophy
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Kent-based T-Birds stay alive in playoffs with 4-3 win against Penticton -
Marek Sklenicka made 50 saves and the Seattle Thunderbirds held on to beat the Penticton (B.C.) Vees 4-3 Wednesday night at the accesso ShoWare Center in Kent to remain alive in the Western Hockey League playoffs.
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Phantoms Weekly -
Down the Strtch They Come April 2, 2026 Allentown, PA – The Lehigh Valley Phantoms (28-31-6) are in a neck-and-neck battle with the Springfield Thunderbirds for the final playoff spot in the Atlantic Division. With seven games remaining in the final three weekends of the regular season, the Phantoms and T-Birds are tied for the sixth Read More The post Phantoms Weekly appeared first on Lehigh Valley Phantoms.
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T-Birds, Sklenicka Force Game Five -
KENT, Wash. - Marek Sklenicka came up with 50 saves and the Seattle Thunderbirds staved off elimination with a 4-3 win over the Penticton Vees Wednesd... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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2026-04-01
Penticton takes 3-0 WHL playoff series lead over T-Birds -
Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt scored twice but the Seattle Thunderbirds fell 4-3 to the Penticton (B.C.) Vees Tuesday, March 31 in a Western Hockey League playoff game at the accesso ShoWare Center in Kent.
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Game 4, Round 1 Preview: Vees at Thunderbirds -
The Penticton Vees take on the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 4 of their first round series. A win tonight would advance Penticton to the second round a... - WHL Penticton Vees
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WHL Morning Skate: April 1 -
NEED TO KNOW - Florida Panthers prospect Shea Busch scored in his first game since October to help Everett force Portland to the brink of elimination - Utah Mammoth prospect Tij Iginla logged his first four-point playoff game to give Kelowna a 3-0 series lead over rival Kamloops - Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt scored twice for Seattle, but the Penticton Vees are one win away from clinching their first WHL Playoffs series victory - Calgary alternate captain Ethan Moore tallied his third consecutive game-winning goal - Hitmen Captain Axel Hurtig earned a win and an NHL contract in the last 24 hours - Five teams can punch their ticket to Round Two with wins on Wednesday night TOP PERFORMER All aboard the Tij train! The 2024 Utah Mammoth sixth-overall pick seized the WHL Playoff scoring lead with two goa
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Vees Take 3-0 Series Lead on the Road -
Kent, WA - The Vees scored twice in the third period on their way to a 4-3 victory to take a 3-0 series lead over the Seattle Thunderbirds.For the... - WHL Penticton Vees
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T-Birds Come up Short in Game Three -
KENT, Wash. - Cameron Schmidt scored twice but the Seattle Thunderbirds were edged, 4-3, by the Penticton Vees Tuesday at the accesso ShoWare Center i... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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WHL names First All-Star Teams for 2025-26 -
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2026-03-31
WHL names First All-Star Teams for 2025-26 -
Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League announced today the First All-Star Teams for the 2025-26 WHL season. WHL Conference All-Star Teams are voted upon by WHL General Managers. WHL Eastern Conference First All-Star Team Goaltender – Michal Orsulak, Prince Albert Raiders Defence – Bryce Pickford, Medicine Hat Tigers Defence – Daxon Rudolph, Prince Albert Raiders Forward – Liam Ruck, Medicine Hat Tigers Forward – Markus Ruck, Medicine Hat Tigers Forward – Luke Mistelbacher, Brandon Wheat Kings WHL Western Conference First All-Star Team Goaltender – Joshua Ravensbergen, Prince George Cougars Defence – Landon DuPont, Everett Silvertips Defence – Carson Carels, Prince George Cougars Forward – Tij Iginla, Kelowna Rockets Forward – JP Hurlbert, Kamloops Blazers Forward – Cameron Schmidt, Seattle Thunderbirds WHL Eastern Conference First All-Star Team Biographies
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Game 3, Round 1 Preview: Vees vs Thunderbirds -
The Penticton Vees head on the road looking to take a 3-0 series lead in the WHL Playoffs opening round against the Seattle Thunderbirds. Puck Drop fr... - WHL Penticton Vees
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2026-03-30
GM6: Thunderbirds dominate Timmins Rock, even series at 3-3 -
The Timmins Rock had been looking to finish off the series in Game 6, but their effort just didn’t match their objective, according to coach and general manager Brandon Perry
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T-Birds Head Home Down 2-0 -
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2026-03-29
T-Birds Head Home Down 2-0 -
PENTICTON, B.C. - The Seattle Thunderbirds dropped a 4-1 decision to the Penticton Vees in Game Two of their first round, best-of-seven, playoff serie... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Vees Use Strong Effort to Take 2-0 Series Lead -
The Vees used a strong 60-minute effort on their way to a 4-1 victory in Game Two of their seven-game series with the Seattle Thunderbirds.For the... - WHL Penticton Vees
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Seattle Thunderbirds at Penticton Vees - Game 2 | 2026 WHL Playoff Highlights -
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T-Birds Fall in OT in Game One -
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2026-03-28
Game 2, Round 1 Preview: Vees vs Thunderbirds -
The Penticton Vees look to take a 2-0 series lead in the WHL Playoffs opening round against the Seattle Thunderbirds. Puck drop is 7:00PM from the SOE... - WHL Penticton Vees
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T-Birds Fall in OT in Game One -
PENTICTON, B.C. - The Seattle Thunderbirds lost a nailbiter, 3-2 in overtime, to the Penticton Vees in Game One of their first round, best-of-seven, p... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Seattle Thunderbirds at Penticton Vees - Game 1 | 2026 WHL Playoff Highlights -
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03/27/2026 - LV Phantoms vs SPR Thunderbirds -
Thunderbirds 5 - Phantoms 3 SPR: D. Dube (07:28 1st), C. Wagner (07:09 2nd), A. Kaskimäki (09:08 3rd), J. Pekarcik (11:18 3rd), H. McGing (13:36 3rd) LV: A. Richard (11:45 1st), Z. Wisdom (06:32 3rd), O. Eklind (17:44 3rd) #LVvsSPR | #LVPhantoms
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Vees Take 1-0 Series Lead with OT Victory -
The Penticton Vees used Charlie Michaud's first WHL goal to slip past the Seattle Thunderbirds 3-2 in overtime in Game 1 of the WHL playoffs at the SO... - WHL Penticton Vees
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3/27/26 - Cole Knuble -
Hear from new forward Cole Knuble following his professional debut during the Phantoms game against the Springfield Thunderbirds on March 27, 2026.
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3/27/26 - John Snowden -
Hear from head coach John Snowden following the Phantoms game against the Springfield Thunderbirds on March 27, 2026.
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Coster Dunn (F) from Seattle Thunderbirds to Northern Michigan Univ. -
Status: Confirmed Transaction Date: 02/25/2026 Player: Coster Dunn (F) From: Seattle Thunderbirds To: Northern Michigan Univ. Information: College Commitment Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up
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2026-03-27
SERIES PREVIEW: (8) Red Deer vs. (1) Prince Albert -
Will the 2026 WHL Playoffs serve as a coronation for the East Division champion Prince Albert Raiders? Or could the upstart Red Deer Rebels depose the formidable Eastern Conference leaders? If the regular season series is any indication, fans could be in for a matchup of razor-thin margins. Prince Albert and Red Deer split their four meetings with two regulation wins each, with the Raiders claiming victory prior to the New Year and the Rebels taking two off their opponents in March. From top to bottom, the Raiders feature a stacked lineup while ranking second in the league's overall standings and second in goals for, while entering the postseason as the WHL's stingiest squad. Nine PA skaters eclipsed 20 goals this season, headlined by San Jose Sharks prospect Max Heise's 29 tallies and closely followed by top 2026 NHL Draft prospect Daxon Rudolph with 28 strikes. Rudolph's 28 strikes tied franchise great Josh Morrisey's record for single-season goals by a Raiders defenceman. He
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Game 1, Round 1 Preview: Vees vs Thunderbirds -
The Penticton Vees will play their first ever WHL playoff game tonight at the SOEC as they host the Seattle Thunderbirds in Game 1. Puck drop is sched... - WHL Penticton Vees
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2026-03-26
SERIES PREVIEW: (7) Seattle Thunderbirds vs. (2) Penticton Vees -
It's the new kids on the block versus one of the WHL's winningest franchises of the last decade. The Penticton Vees are making their first trip to the WHL Playoffs after a record-breaking introduction to the league. Penticton set a new mark for wins by a CHL expansion team in its inaugural season with 44, while capturing the B.C. Division title. They'll face the 2023 WHL Champion Seattle Thunderbirds, who heated up with a 7-1-1-1 record in the final month of the regular season to lock down the seventh seed in the Western Conference. Penticton swept the regular-season series, but only edged Seattle in the shootout in their lone meeting after the 2026 WHL Trade Deadline. The Vees are sixth among all WHL teams in goals for, thanks to six 20-plus goal scorers, third in goals against, and boast the WHL's top penalty kill. New York Islanders prospect Jacob Kvasnicka has been sensational with a 35-goal campaign, while Ryden Evers matched his goal mark and snagged a contract with the Sea
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GM4: Timmins Rock take down Thunderbirds in double overtime -
Best-of-seven series deadlocked at 2-2 heading into Game 5 at the McIntyre Arena, on Friday, at 7 p.m.
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2026-03-25
Former Americans alternate captain Mutala named 2025-26 CW WHL Top Performer, reflects on U SPORTS career -
Sasha Mutala is flying high to close out his UBC Thunderbirds career. The former Tri-City Americans alternate captain has been named the 2025-26 Canada West/Western Hockey League Top Performer after a historic campaign for UBC. Mutala led the conference in scoring with 46 points (12G-32A) in 28 games, marking the highest point total by a Thunderbirds skater in 30 years and setting a program record for single-season assists. He was only held off the scoresheet three times this season, while helping UBC to a program record 23-win campaign. "It's truly an honour," Mutala said. "I know so many good players who have won these awards in the past, and it's very humbling to be recognized so much in such a short period of time. Team success breeds individual success. I was so lucky to play with two incredible players, with Scottie (Scott Atkinson, Edmonton Oil Kings) and Dougie (Chris Douglas, Red Deer Rebels) on my line... I'm just so proud of so many guys in this team that put their game
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2026 WHL Playoffs Preview: 2) Penticton Vees Versus 7) Seattle Thunderbirds -
2026 WHL Playoffs Preview: 2) Penticton Vees Versus 7) Seattle Thunderbirds
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GM3: Thunderbirds hold on to edge Timmins Rock in Soo -
The Timmins Rock pushed hard to tie it in the late going with their netminder out for an extra attacker, but the Soo held firm to secure the hard-fought victory
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SERIES PREVIEW: (5) Kamloops Blazers vs. (4) Kelowna Rockets -
What a way to return to the playoffs. The Kelowna Rockets and Kamloops Blazers are back in the battle for the Ed Chynoweth Cup- but to have a shot at the WHL's top prize, the teams have to go through their bitterest rival. The 2026 Memorial Cup host Rockets return to the postseason after a one-season absence. While injuries and a new look roster have led to some up-and-down stretches, the Rockets have found their footing with a 21-8-3-2 record since January 1 to claim home ice in Round One. Kamloops is playing spring hockey for the first time since hosting the Memorial Cup back in 2023. The Western Conference 4 vs. 5 matchup features two of the league's most dynamic forwards. Utah Mammoth 2024 sixth-overall pick Tij Iginla ripped it up for 90 points (41G-49A) in just 48 games to lead the Rockets in scoring and sit first among all WHL skaters in points-per-game with 1.88. He's eager to hoist the Ed Chynoweth Cup for a second time after clinching the title with the Seattle Thunder
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2026-03-24
2025/26 Team Awards -
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Cougars and Chiefs set to face-off in first round of 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The matchup was solidified Sunday night following the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season finale, which saw the Chiefs drop a 4-0 decision to the Seattle Thunderbirds. The loss locked the Chiefs (36-30-2-0) into sixth place in the WHL’s Western Conference, ensuring a first-round date with the third-place Cougars (44-22-2-0).
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Dallas Stars Prospect Schmidt, Rebels Forward Andersen, Vees Goaltender McCallum Star in WHL Weekly Awards -
Calgary, Alta. - The Western Hockey League announced today Dallas Stars prospect and Seattle Thunderbirds forward Cameron Schmidt has been named Tempo... - WHL
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2026-03-23
Kent-based T-Birds advance to Western Hockey League playoffs -
The Kent-based Seattle Thunderbirds will open the first round of the Western Hockey League (WHL) playoffs against the expansion Penticton (British Columbia) Vees.
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2025-26 Thunderbirds Awards Announced -
Humanitarian: Not just a physical presence on the ice, this year's Humanitarian has also been a presence in the community, whether it is reading to or... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Post-Game Interview: March 22 vs SEA - Oremba, Petr, Wormald -
Hear from our overage players after Sunday's regular season finale against the Seattle Thunderbirds. Sam Oremba (SEA, REG, SPO) finishes his WHL career with 313 regular season games, including 101 with Spokane, while Logan Wormald (LET, SPO) and Dominik Petr (BDN, SAS, SPO) finish with 305 games and 186 games respectively.
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Sens and City of Belleville to host OFSAA AA Boys Hockey Championship this weekend -
Some of the best high school hockey players in Ontario will spend three days in Belleville this week, battling for the boys A/AA OFSAA Championships from March 24 to March 26. The 16-team tournament will be hosted by Belleville’s St. Theresa Catholic Secondary School, with all 32 games to be played at rinks inside the Quinte Sports & Wellness Centre, […] The post Sens and City of Belleville to host OFSAA AA Boys Hockey Championship this weekend appeared first on Belleville Sens.
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Blues sign college free agent Felix Trudeau to a two-year entry level contract -
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Blues on Monday signed college free agent forward Felix Trudeau to a two-year entry-level contract that begins next season, adding one of the top undrafted players available to their stockpile of prospects. He is expected to join the American Hockey League’s Springfield Thunderbirds for the remainder of this The post Blues sign college free agent Felix Trudeau to a two-year entry level contract appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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Cougars and Chiefs set to face-off in first round of 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The matchup was solidified Sunday night following the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season finale, which saw the Chiefs drop a 4-0 decision to the Seattle Thunderbirds. The loss locked the Chiefs (36-30-2-0) into sixth place in the WHL’s Western Conference, ensuring a first-round date with the third-place Cougars (44-22-2-0).
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Seattle Thunderbirds at Spokane Chiefs 03/22 | WHL Highlights 2025-26 -
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Chiefs Drop Regular Season Finale to Seattle, Look Ahead to Playoffs -
Spokane, WA - The Spokane Chiefs faced the Seattle Thunderbirds on Sunday for the Coeur d'Alene Casino Regular Season Finale presented by CDA Casino. ... - WHL Spokane Chiefs
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T-Birds are Headed to the Playoffs -
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Vees and Thunderbirds to meet in first round of 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The Penticton Vees initiation into the WHL Playoffs will feature the hard-nosed Seattle Thunderbirds.
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2026-03-22
Vees and Thunderbirds to Meet in First Round of 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The Penticton Vees initiation into the WHL Playoffs will feature the hard-nosed Seattle Thunderbirds.The Vees, who finish their WHL expansion seas... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Chiefs Host T-Birds for 2025-26 Regular Season Finale Sunday -
Spokane, Wash. - The Spokane Chiefs host the Seattle Thunderbirds Sunday for the 2025-26 regular season finale. There will be a special pregame ceremo... - WHL Spokane Chiefs
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Vees and Thunderbirds to meet in first round of 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The Penticton Vees initiation into the WHL Playoffs will feature the hard-nosed Seattle Thunderbirds.
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T-Birds Are Headed to the Playoffs -
PORTLAND, Ore. -Cameron Schmidt led the way with a hat trick as the Seattle Thunderbirds secured a playoff spot with a 5-4 overtime win over the Portl... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Seattle Thunderbirds at Portland Winterhawks 03/21 | WHL Highlights 2025-26 -
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Seattle Thunderbirds qualify for 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The Thunderbirds have got that dog in them. Seattle punched its ticket to the 2026 WHL Playoffs with a 2-1 Victoria Royals loss to the Prince George Cougars on Saturday night. The T-Birds are currently deadlocked in a 3-3 battle against the rival Portland Winterhawks- a match that could still impact playoff seeding. Seattle's attack is led by one of the most dominant forces in the league. The 2023 WHL Champs acquired Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt from the Vancouver Giants at the 2026 WHL Trade Deadline in exchange for Kaleb Hartmann and a haul of draft picks. Schmidt, 19, leads all WHLers with 45 goals and sits third in the league points race with 94 (45G-49A). Five Thunderbirds have surpassed 20 goals, including Coster Dunn, Antonio Martorano, Matej Pekar and top rookie Brock England. Seattle also made some big swings at the WHL Trade Deadline, dealing Captain and Vancouver Canucks prospect Braeden Cootes to the Prince Albert Raiders, while bringing in towering Philadel
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Portland Winterhawks book berth in 2026 WHL Playoffs -
The playoff streak lives on in the Rose City! The Portland Winterhawks qualified for the 2026 WHL Playoffs with a 2-1 Victoria Royals loss to the Prince George Cougars on Saturday night. Portland is on the ice, duelling the rival Seattle Thunderbirds in a 3-3 showdown to determine final playoff seeding. Vegas Golden Knights prospect Alex Weiermair has led the Hawks' attack with a 92-point (37G-55A) campaign to sit fifth in the WHL points race and tie for fourth in shorthanded goals with four. Captain and Pittsburgh Penguins prospect Ryan Miller, 2026 NHL Draft eligible Jordan Duguay and Nathan Free have all surpassed 20 goals, On the blueline, 2025 Utah Mammoth pick and 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship silver medalist Max Psenicka has seen his output skyrocket in his sophomore season with 28 points (7G-21A). In net, Ondrej Stebetak has put forward a 23-19-4-1 record (UPDATE), a 3.36 goals-against average, a .899 save percentage and one shutout, while making the fifth-most stop
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Senators drop 5–3 game after early deficit to Thunderbirds -
The Belleville Senators finished off their back-to-back, taking on the Springfield Thunderbirds, losing 5-3. The first period had Springfield jump out to an early lead with two short-handed goals. The first came off a turnover in the Senators’ offensive zone. Chris Wagner jumped ahead as a pass was fed into the middle for Aleksanteri Kaskimaki, […] The post Senators drop 5–3 game after early deficit to Thunderbirds appeared first on Belleville Sens.
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T-Birds Inch Closer to the Postseason -
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2026-03-21
2026 WHL Playoffs: Clinching Scenarios – Saturday, March 21 -
Two more days of regular-season action. Four playoff berths up for grabs. Let's go. EASTERN CONFERENCE The Regina Pats can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with: A Regina OT/SO loss at Brandon OR A Regina regulation loss at Brandon; AND Any Moose Jaw loss versus Swift Current OR A Red Deer regulation loss at Medicine Hat The Red Deer Rebels can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with: Any Re
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Game Day Hub: March 21 vs Seattle -
The Winterhawks return home to wrap up the regular season, as they host the Seattle Thunderbirds in the final rivalry matchup of the season at 6 p.m.... - WHL Portland Winterhawks
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Spokane Chiefs at Seattle Thunderbirds 03/20 | WHL Highlights 2025-26 -
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T-Birds Inch Closer to the Postseason -
KENT, Wash. - Cameron Schmidt's goal with less than thirty seconds left in overtime lifted the Seattle Thunderbirds past the Spokane Chiefs, 4-3, Frid... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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GALLERY: Timmins Rock suffer setback to open 2026 playoffs -
The Timmins Rock lost home-ice advantage when they dropped a 4-3 overtime decision to the Soo Thunderbirds at the McIntyre Arena, Friday night.
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Friday Highlights: Jake O’Brien sets franchise point record in Bulldogs win -
Sarnia Sting vs. Kitchener Rangers Final: 4 (SAR) – 3 (KIT) The Sting stole two points in the Aud. Mitch Young (7) scored twice for Sarnia. Matthew Manza and Beckham Edwards had three and two assists respectively. Evan Maillet and Patrick Quinlan combined for 43 saves in the win. Dylan Edwards (40), Gabe Chiarot (20) and Jack Pridham (46) had the goals for Kitchener. Game Centre | Highlights Windsor Spitfires vs. London Knights Final: 2 (WSR) – 3 (LDN) - SO The Knights held off a Windsor comeback. Sebastian Gatto made 40 saves to pick up the win. 2026 NHL Draft prospect Jaxon Cover had two assists and a nifty shootout goal. William Nicholl (14) and Ma
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Carabins upset top-seeded Thunderbirds in U Sports women’s hockey quarterfinals -
ELMIRA — The Montreal Carabins upset the top-seeded UBC Thunderbirds 4-3 in quarterfinal play Friday at the U Sports women’s hockey championship at the Woolwich Memorial Centre. Jade Picard and Audrey-Anne Veillette scored in the shootout for the eighth-seeded Carabins. Karine Sandilands was the lone UBC player to beat netminder Maude Desroches in the extra The post Carabins upset top-seeded Thunderbirds in U Sports women’s hockey quarterfinals appeared first on The Lethbridge Herald - News and Sports from around Lethbridge.
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Carabins upset top-seeded Thunderbirds in U Sports women’s hockey quarterfinals -
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Carabins upset top-seeded Thunderbirds in U Sports women’s hockey quarterfinals -
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2026-03-20
Chiefs Kick off Finale Weekend on Road Friday vs T-Birds -
Kent. Wash. - The Spokane Chiefs kick off finale weekend on the road Friday as they take on the Seattle Thunderbirds. The teams will square off again ... - WHL Spokane Chiefs
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2026 WHL Playoffs: Clinching Scenarios – Friday, March 20 -
What's the regular-season equivalent of a Game 7? How about entering the final weekend of action with no playoff series confirmed, four playoff berths up for grabs, and potential tiebreaker games in the Eastern and Western Conferences? Three clubs will look to qualify on Friday night. The Seattle Thunderbirds can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with: A Seattle win of any kind versus Spokane; AND A Portland regulation loss at Tri-City; OR A Victoria regulation loss versus Prince George The Regina Pats can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with: A Regina win or OT/SO loss v
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2026-03-19
If WHL Playoffs started today: March 19 -
Four playoff berths are still up for grabs with the 2026 WHL Playoffs just around the corner, but no matchups are confirmed. With under one week remaining in the regular season, we’re previewing potential postseason matchups until the playoff picture is set. The 2025-26 regular season is set to wrap up on March 22, 2026. Follow the action by streaming every game for free on Victory+. Western Conference XYZ- (1) Everett Silvertips See Tiebreaker 115 points (56-7-2-1) 2 games remaining Top scorer: Matias Vanhanen- 87 points (21G-66A)
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2026-03-17
T-Birds Earn Critical Point in Playoff Chase -
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2026-03-16
T-Birds Earn Critical Point in Playoff Chase -
KENT, Wash. -Ashton Cumby and Cameron Schmidt both scored as the Seattle Thunderbirds earned a crucial point in a 3-2 overtime loss to the Vancouver G... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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HIGHLIGHTS Game 66 – March 15: Vancouver 3 | Seattle 2 (OT) -
Full game highlights from the Vancouver Giants' 3-2 overtime win over the Seattle Thunderbirds on Sunday, March 15, 2026
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Sunday Highlights: David Egorov records second straight shutout, Bulldogs defeat Greyhounds -
Kingston Frontenacs vs. Brampton Steelheads Final: 4 (KGN) – 1 (BRAM) Kingston took care of business. Landon Wright (18) netted the game winner and added an assist. Nolan Buttar (11), Kieren Dervin (16) and Matthew Frost (13) also scored. Gavin Betts made 22 saves for the victory. Peter Green (2) had the lone goal from Brampton. Game Centre | Highlights Ottawa 67's vs. Niagara IceDogs Final: 6 (OTT) – 0 (NIAG) Ryder Fetterolf set a 67's franchise record with his sixth shutout. Fetterolf made 26 saves in the win. Spencer Bowes (22) and Nic Whitehead (25) each scored twice. Jasper Kuhta (30) and Nic Sima (18) also found the back of the net.
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T-Birds Go Overtime to Beat Portland -
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2026-03-15
T-Birds Go Overtime to Beat Portland -
KENT, Wash. - Antonio Martorana's goal at 1:23 of overtime provided the difference as the Seattle Thunderbirds edged the Portland Winterhawks, 3-2, Sa... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Portland Winterhawks vs Seattle Thunderbirds 03/14 | WHL Highlights 2025-26 -
Watch highlights from WHL Regular Season action between the Portland Winterhawks and Seattle Thunderbirds. For the latest WHL action, please subscribe to our channel by clicking the SUBSCRIBE button. Watch WHL hockey FOR FREE no matter where you are: https://victoryplus.com/hub/WHL Breaking news, scores, stats & highlights: http://whl.ca Feeling social? Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheWHL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWHL/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/westernhockeyleague/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@westernhockeyleague
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Thunderbirds Deny Winterhawks in Overtime -
Kent, Wash. - A late power play goal from Ryan Miller tied the game at two for the Portland Winterhawks, but the Seattle Thunderbirds found an overtim... - WHL Portland Winterhawks
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Spokane Chiefs clinch berth in 2026 WHL Playoffs -
One season after reaching the WHL Championship Series, the Spokane Chiefs are ready to battle for WHL supremacy once again. The U.S. Division club locked up one of the last remaining playoff berths in the conference with a 7-2 mauling of the Tri-City Americans on Saturday night. Seven different Chiefs skaters lit the lamp, highlighted by Tyus Sparks' game-winner, while Carter Esler steered aside 22 of 24 shots for the victory. Six Spokane skaters have eclipsed 20 goals in 2025-26, including power forward Chase Harrington, who has hit 26 goals and 100 penalty minutes while increasing his stock ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft. Harrington brings valuable championship experience from the 2025 run, along with his fellow alternate captain and Winnipeg Jets prospect Owen Martin, who owns 25 tallies and six game-winners. The Chiefs' defensive corps is headed up by Captain Will McIssac, a 6-foot-3, 205-pound bruiser who was selected by the St. Louis Blues in the fifth round of the 2024 NHL Dra
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T-Birds Shutout in Spokane -
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2026-03-14
2026 WHL Playoffs: Clinching Scenarios – Saturday, March 14 -
It's getting down to the wire! With just over a week left in the 2025-26 regular season, three more playoff berths- and a major piece of hardware- could be claimed on Saturday night. The Everett Silvertips can clinch the Scotty Munro Memorial Trophy as Regular Season champions with: An Everett win or OT/SO loss versus Penticton OR Any Prince Albert loss at Regina The Kamloops Blazers can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with: A Kamloops win of any kind versus Kelowna
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Game Day Hub: March 14 at Seattle -
The Portland Winterhawks make a quick trip north to Kent, Washington to take on the Seattle Thunderbirds at 6:05 p.m.Puck Drop: 6:05 p.m. PSTV... - WHL Portland Winterhawks
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T-Birds Shut out in Spokane -
SPOKANE, Wash. - The Seattle Thunderbirds six game point streak was snapped by the Spokane Chiefs, 4-0, Friday at Numerica Veterans Arena. Seattle's b... - WHL Seattle Thunderbirds
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Seattle Thunderbirds at Spokane Chiefs 03/13 | WHL Highlights 2025-26 -
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PREVIEW: Chiefs host Thunderbirds for Coca-Cola Retro Bobblehead Night Friday -
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2026-03-13
McSweeney’s WHL Community Collective: Seattle Thunderbirds -
Seattle always knows how to put on a 'Sho'. For a second straight year, the Thunderbirds played host to the annual South Sound Police vs. Fire Charity Cup on February 28. This time, the Law Dogs came out on top in a heated tilt in front of more than 1,000 fans. "The competition is really high," Thunderbirds senior account executive Dylan Lockhart said. "It means a lot to these guys when they're out there playing. There's one or two fights a year that break out because of it. I know that it really gets the crowd going. I know we had some of our guys here watching it." Naturally, there is more than bragging rights on the line at the Charity Cup. The Thunderbirds provide the ice and kick back a portion of proceeds from their own ticket sales to support the Puget Sound Firefighters and Behind the Badge Foundations, which, in turn, provided a donation to the Tukwila Food Pantry, a local organization that provides food, hygiene products, furniture, and other necessities for people in ne
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Chiefs Host Thunderbirds for Coca-Cola Retro Bobblehead Night Friday -
Spokane, Wash. - The Spokane Chiefs host the Seattle Thunderbirds Friday for the Coca-Cola Retro Bobblehead Night! The first 2,000 fans through the ga... - WHL Spokane Chiefs
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2026 WHL Playoffs: Clinching Scenarios – Friday, March 13 -
All eyes on the Western Conference! Major league awards and critical playoff berths are up for grabs on Friday night. The Everett Silvertips can clinch the Scotty Munro Memorial Trophy as regular season champions with: An Everett win of any kind at Penticton; AND A Prince Albert loss of any kind versus Moose Jaw OR An Everett OT/SO loss at Penticton; AND A Prince Albert regulation loss versus Moose Jaw The Kamloops Blazers can clinch a berth in the 2026 WHL Playoffs with:
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Giants Alumnus Mirwald Named Canada West Goaltender of the Year with UBC -
Former Giant Brett Mirwald, now with the UBC Thunderbirds, was named Canada West Goaltender of the Year.
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