Tri-City Americans

Victoria, B.C.- The 2026 Clash of the Kingdoms may have ended in a draw, but the Victoria Royals have made their intentions clear — they intend to contend for the WHL crown in 2026-27. New additions to the B.C. Division squad shined as the Royals split their preseason series against the Ontario Hockey League's London Knights 7-1 and 5-3 over the weekend. "These were great games for us to be a part of heading into the season," Royals General Manager Jake Heisinger said. "They were some of the more competitive preseason games I’ve ever seen, which I think will help us get ready for the regular season. We like our group, and I know everyone is excited to get the season underway." Game 1 saw the Royals thrash their Eastern opponents 7-1 thanks to a four-point (3G-1A) outburst from blockbuster trade acquisition and Dallas Stars prospect Cameron Schmidt, who sat for the majority of the third period as the Knig

The Western Hockey League is celebrating the WHL Graduates from the 2025-26 season in a 23-part, team-by-team series. Today, we say goodbye to a trio of Spokane Chiefs forwards. Logan Wormald (F) Hometown: Langley, B.C.WHL Career Stats: 305 GP – 107 G-167 A – 274 pointsWHL Draft: 2020 – Third Round, 45th Overall (Lethbridge Hurricanes) Logan Wormald's five-season WHL career saw the 5-foot-10, 163-pound winger establish himself as a consistent offensive force and a leader. After being drafted by the Lethbridge Hurricanes in the third round of the 2020 WHL Prospects Draft, Wormald made his debut on October 1, 2021, against the Calgary Hitmen, before popping off for his first goal and two assists six games later in a first-star performance

Victoria, B.C.- Two-time WHL Coach of the Year James Patrick knows just how much the opportunity to defend the league at the Clash of the Kingdom means to his players. "The players are excited," Victoria's bench boss said. "The veteran players have all asked if they could play both games, and unfortunately they can't. But that just shows how excited they are about the opportunity. I think we'll be better for this experience, and we'll also, at the same time, be able to see some players in different situations and know if they're ready to take on that role for our team this year." One of those veterans is freshly minted Royal Savin Virk, who sat in the press box for Game 1. The 6-foot, 185-pound forward joined the team in late August as part of a blockbuster deal that sent projected 2027 first-round NHL Draft pick Eli McKamey to the Tri-City Americans, in addition to a slew of picks on both sides. It's a move that signals Victoria is eyeing a deep playoff run this y

WENATCHEE, Wash. - Monday's preseason bout between the Wenatchee Wild and Tri-City Americans was about the up-and-comers for both teams, but the veter... - WHL Wenatchee Wild

Over the month of August, the Western Hockey League will be celebrating the WHL Graduates from the 2025-26 season in a 23-part, team-by-team series. Today, we check in on the Kings of the Queen City. Caden Brown (F) Hometown: Prince George, B.C.WHL Career Stats: 289 GP – 80 G-91 A – 171 pointsWHL Draft: 2020 – First Round, 17th Overall (Prince George Cougars) 2020 first-round pick Caden Brown's tour of the WHL saw him light the lamp for teams in three different divisions, while ultimately graduating as a member of the Blue Brigade. The Prince George, B.C. native was selected by his hometown team at 17th overall in 2020 and got his first shot to prove himself in 2021-22, scoring his first WHL goal against the Victoria Royals on October 22

Kennewick, WA. - Tri-City Americans today announced the schedule for their 2026 Main Training Camp, with on-ice activities beginning on Tuesday, Septe... - WHL Tri-City Americans

The Portland Winterhawks defeated the Tri-City Americans 5-3 on Sunday, August 30, in their lone home 2026 preseason game.

Portland, Ore. - The 2026-27 preseason kicked off on Sunday as the Winterhawks hosted the Tri-City Americans in their lone home preseason contest. The... - WHL Portland Winterhawks

Bauer Dumanski (D) Hometown: Lockwood, Sask.WHL Career Stats: 309 GP – 24 G-89 A – 113 pointsWHL Draft: 2020 – Second Round, 26th Overall (Prince George Cougars) Sturdy defender Bauer Dumanski bows out as a captain, a career Cougar, and one of the most prolific blueliners in club history. The Lockwood, Sask. product made his WHL debut on October 8, 2021, against the Vancouver Giants, and scored his first goal against the G-Men one month later. Over five seasons, Dumanski played a key role in establishing the Cougars as a B.C. Division powerhouse. He never missed the playoffs in his WHL career. In 2023-24, he potted seven goals (including four game-winners) and 26 assists for 33 points and a +36 rating as the Cats claimed the B.C. Division title.

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we’re diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL’s criteria for rookie status. Tij Iginla is next up in a long line of prospects looking to break ice with the Mammoth in 2026-27. Sebastian Cossa The 23-year-old puck stopper from Fort McMurray, Alta., is set for a fresh start in Salt Lake City after being dealt to the Mammoth from the Detroit Red Wings during the 2026 NHL Draft. A first-round selection (15th overall) of the Red Wings in the 2021 NHL Draft, Cossa backstopped the Edmonton Oil Kings to the 2022 WHL Championship – capping an excellent WHL career that saw him go 71-16-4-3 with a 2.12 goals-against average, .921 save percentage, and 14 shutouts in 98 career regular season appearances. Originally selected by the Oil Kings in the second round (36th overall) of the 2017 WHL

The Victoria Royals and Tri-City Americans have pulled off an off-season blockbuster trade.

Yesterday afternoon, the Tri-City Americans and Victoria Royals of the WHL completed a trade, the league announced. The Americans traded forward Savin Virk, a 2027 second-round pick, and a 2030 sixth-round pick to the Royals for forward Eli McKamey, a 2027 first-round pick, and a 2030 third-round pick. Virk, 19, is coming off a quality […]

With WHL training camps on the horizon, the Victoria Royals and Tri-City Americans came together on a blockbuster trade Monday morning. The Royals bolstered their scoring with the acquisition of veteran forward Savin Virk, a second-round pick in the 2027 CHL Import Draft, and a sixth-round pick in the 2030 WHL Prospects Draft, sending promising 2009-born forward Eli McKamey, a first-round pick in the 2027 CHL Import Draft, and a third-round pick in the 2030 WHL Prospects Draft to Tri-City. The 5-foot-11, 175-pound Virk, who hails from Surrey, B.C., enjoyed a career campaign in Kennewick last season, recording 65 points, including 27 goals, in 66 games. Originally selected by the Ams in the third round (46th overall) of the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft, Virk has appeared in 116 career WHL regular season contests, collecting 111 points (49G-62A) along the way. “Savin has pr

Over the month of August, the Western Hockey League will be celebrating the WHL Graduates from the 2025-26 season in a 23-part, team-by-team series. Today, we continue with the graduating trio from the Moose Jaw Warriors. Pavel McKenzie (F) Hometown: Cumberland House, Sask.WHL Career Stats: 196 GP – 49 G-100 A – 149 pointsWHL Draft: Listed (Moose Jaw Warriors) Going undrafted in the WHL Prospects Draft did not stop Pavel McKenzie from making his mark in the Western Hockey League. The C

Kennewick, WA. - Tri-City Americans general manager Bob Tory today announced the team has acquired 2009-born forward Eli McKamey, a 2027 first-round C... - WHL Tri-City Americans

Date: 08/24/2026 Player: Eli McKamey (F) From: Victoria Royals To: Tri-City Americans Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Date: 08/24/2026 Player: Savin Virk (F) From: Tri-City Americans To: Victoria Royals Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Koch, who will be entering his 4th WHL season, has established a reputation as a relentless competitor who plays with an edge.

Kennewick, WA - Tri-City Americans general manager Bob Tory today announced the team's participants for 2026 Rookie Camp, beginning Thursday, August 2... - WHL Tri-City Americans

Ladner, B.C. - The Vancouver Giants are pleased to announce the acquisition of 2007-born winger Cash Koch (Calgary, Alta.), as well as a conditional f... - WHL Vancouver Giants

Kennewick, WA. - Tri-City Americans general manager Bob Tory today announced the team has acquired a 2028 first-round pick from the Vancouver Giants i... - WHL Tri-City Americans

Date: 08/21/2026 Player: Cash Koch (F) From: Tri-City Americans To: Vancouver Giants Information: Traded Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Kennewick, WA. - Tri-City Americans today announced the schedule for their 2026 Rookie Camp, beginning on Thursday, August 27. The annual Blue vs. Whi... - WHL Tri-City Americans

In the lead-up to the 2026-27 hockey season, we’re diving into the WHL prospect pool for every NHL team. To be included in this list, a player must be recently drafted, signed to an NHL contract, or meet the NHL’s criteria for rookie status. The Seattle Kraken are among the NHL's most Dub-heavy clubs and feature two of the WHL's most recent champions. Clarke Caswell Buzzy playmaker Clarke Caswell's first season in the NCAA saw him propel Denver to a national championship, netting 34 points (8G-26A) in the regular season before coming up big with the game-tying goal in the Frozen Four semifinal. He was recognized as the national Rookie of the Month for March/April. The 6-foot, 185-pound forward from Brandon, Man., previously spent parts of four seasons with the Swift Current Broncos, including a run as captain in 2024-25. His final season saw him break out for 84 points (22G-62A) in 65 games. Over his WHL career, the 20-year-old logged 191 p

On March 21, the Spokane Chiefs faced off in a 6-1 win over the Tri-City Americans, wearing specialty "Turn Back The Clock" themed Spokane Comets jers... - WHL Spokane Chiefs

Miroslav Holinka (F) Hometown: Zlín, CzechiaWHL Career Stats: 106 GP – 56 G-69 A – 125 pointsNHL Draft: 2024 – Fifth Round, 151st Overall (Toronto Maple Leafs)CHL Import Draft: 2024 – First Round, 14th Overall (Edmonton Oil Kings) Originally selected 14th overall by the Edmonton Oil Kings in the 2024 CHL Import Draft, Czechia-born forward Miroslav Holinka wasted little time making his mark in North America. His selection by the Oil Kings marked the second time the sharpshooter found

Date: 08/14/2026 Player: Xavier Wendt (G) From: Tri-City Americans To: Univ. of St. Thomas Information: College Commitment Source: You need a free account to view Transfer URL Sign In/Up

Kennewick, WA - The Tri-City Americans announced today that Mark Romas has joined the organization's hockey operations staff as a scout, bringing more... - WHL Tri-City Americans