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Spokane’s Gavin Burcar named to U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team
Spokane’s Gavin Burcar named to U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team USA Hockey announced that Spokane Chiefs forward Gavin Burcar is among the 23-player roster for the 2026 U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team that will compete at the 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup in Edmonton, Alberta from August 3-8. From Cota De Cazo, California, Burcar played 63 games for the Spokane Chiefs as a rookie last season, recording 7 goals and 17 points. Burcar is also committed to play at Michigan State University after the Chiefs.
Spokane's Gavin Burcar among five current and incoming WHLers to participate in USA Hockey's 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup Selection Camp
Spokane’s Gavin Burcar among five current and incoming WHLers to participate in USA Hockey’s 2026 Hlinka Gretzky Cup Selection Camp Three current WHLers and one incoming skater will battle for a roster spot on Team USA for next month’s Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
Spokane Chiefs announce full 26-27 regular season schedule
Spokane Chiefs announce full 26-27 regular season schedule Spokane Chiefs announce full 26-27 regular season schedule The Spokane Chiefs have announced their 2026-2027 game schedule with 34 home and 34 road games spanning late September through March. Spokane will open the season on the road at Tri-City Americans on Saturday, September 19th with their first of eight games against their U.S. Division rival.
Spokane Chiefs announce 2026-27 preseason schedule
Spokane Chiefs announce 2026-27 preseason schedule The Spokane Chiefs are scheduled to play four preseason games over two weekends in advance of the 2026-27 WHL regular season. The Chiefs will travel to Everett and play in the Preseason Classic presented by LiUNA 292 and take on Portland on Friday, September 4th and Seattle on Saturday, September 5th. The following weekend, the Chiefs are slated to travel to Kennewick for the Tri-City Preseason Tournament presented by Gesa Credit Union.
2026 NHL Draft Preview: Harrington, Sparks, Gillespie among CSS Final Rankings
2026 NHL Draft Preview: Harrington, Sparks, Gillespie among CSS Final Rankings Buffalo, New York — Spokane Chiefs Chase Harrington, Tyus Sparks, and Brody Gillespie, were among 80 WHL players named to the NHL’s Central Scouting Service’s final rankings ahead of the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft this weekend. The event will take place June 26-27 at the KeyBank Center in Buffalo, New York, with the Toronto Maple Leafs holding the first overall pick.
Chiefs sign 2008-born listed goaltender Bryce Francisco
Chiefs sign 2008-born listed goaltender Bryce Francisco The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that 2008-born goaltender Bryce Francisco has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The 6’1”, 165 lb. netminder was listed by the Spokane Chiefs in March 2026. “Bryce has had tremendous success at both the High School and Junior levels over the past few seasons.
Spokane Chiefs Father’s Day Sale
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Chiefs sign 2026 second round WHL draft pick Braydon Lynam - Spokane Chiefs
Chiefs sign 2026 second round WHL draft pick Braydon Lynam Chiefs sign 2026 second round WHL draft pick Braydon Lynam Spokane, Wash. — The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that 2011-born defenseman Braydon Lynam has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The 6’0”, 188 lb. Lynam was the first player selected in the second round (24th overall) and was Spokane’s third selection in the first 24 picks of the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft. “We are thrilled to add Braydon to our young group.
Chiefs sign 2026 first round WHL draft pick Jack Arnold
Chiefs sign 2026 first round WHL draft pick Jack Arnold Chiefs sign 2026 first round WHL draft pick Jack Arnold Spokane, Wash. — The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that 2011-born forward Jack Arnold has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. The 6’3”, 170 lb Arnold was the first American taken in the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft when he was drafted by the Spokane Chiefs 16th overall in early May.
Spokane Chiefs select seven players in 2026 WHL Prospects Draft
Spokane Chiefs select seven players in 2026 WHL Prospects Draft The Spokane Chiefs hockey staff selected the next generation of Chiefs players this week during the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft, making seven total picks. The first round took place on Wednesday, May 6th with Spokane selecting forwards Brody Antignani 12th overall and Jack Arnold 16th overall.
2026 WHL Prospects Draft Show streaming exclusively on Victory+
2026 WHL Prospects Draft Show streaming exclusively on Victory+ Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League will conduct the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft this Wednesday, May 6, with exclusive livestreaming coverage of the first round available for FREE on Victory+. The 2026 WHL Prospects Draft Show will commence Wednesday, May 6, with pre-draft coverage beginning at 5:30 p.m. MT. The first round of the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft will get underway at 6 p.m. MT.
TSN and Victory+ to carry 2026 WHL Championship Series presented by Nutrien
TSN and Victory+ to carry 2026 WHL Championship Series presented by Nutrien FAN FAVOURITE PLAY-BY-PLAY VOICE PETER LOUBARDIAS RETURNS, JOINED BY ANALYST KELLY REMPLE AND RINKSIDE HOST CAMI KEPKE Calgary, Alta. – The Western Hockey League announced today the 2026 WHL Championship Series presented by Nutrien, featuring the Everett Silvertips and Prince Albert Raiders, will be telecast live on TSN in Canada and streamed globally for free by Victory+, beginning this Friday, May 8.
2026 Spokane Chiefs WHL Prospects Draft Preview
Spokane, Wash. — The Spokane Chiefs hold two first round picks (12th overall and 16th overall) and the first pick of the second round (24th overall), giving Spokane 3 of the top 24 selections, in this week’s WHL Prospects Draft. Both Canadian and U.S. 2011-born players will be available for selection. Real-time results will be available here.
Spokane Chiefs office closed
The Spokane Chiefs Ticket Office and Team Store will be closed Monday, April 27 – Thursday, April 30. We will be back open on Friday, May 1 at 9 AM.
Ticket Renewal deadline set for May 1
Did you have a 2025-26 Spokane Chiefs Ticket Package? Renew now and keep your same great seats for the 2026-27 season! Deadline to renew is scheduled for May 1st at 4 PM. Any non-renewed seats will be available when new ticket packages go on sale on May 7th. Call 509.535.PUCK or renew through your Spokane Chiefs My Account today!
Harrington, Sparks, Gillespie all included in final NHL Central Scouting Rankings presented by BODYARMOR Sports Drink
Spokane, WA – Spokane Chiefs’ forwards Chase Harrington, Tyus Sparks and Brody Gillespie have all been named in the NHL Central Scouting’s final rankings presented by BODYARMOR Sports Drink ahead of the 2026 Upper Deck NHL Draft in Buffalo, NY. The draft is scheduled for June 26-27. Harrington slots in at #26 among North American skaters, rising from 32 since the midterm rankings in January.
Carter Esler named finalist for WHL Humanitarian of the Year award
Spokane, WA – Spokane Chiefs goaltender Carter Esler is one of three finalists in the Western Conference for the WHL’s Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy, awarded to the league’s Humanitarian of the Year each season. Working with Bauer and the Spokane Chiefs, Esler created and designed a special set of pads for each of the four Spokane Chiefs theme nights during the 2025-26 season, including Teddy Bear Toss, Military Appreciation Night, Chiefs Fight Cancer, and Turn Back The Clock Night.
Chiefs with gritty Game 4 victory, force Game 5 on Thursday night at home
Spokane, WA – The Spokane Chiefs playoffs presented by Numerica Credit Union continued Wednesday night, with Spokane hosting Prince George in Game 4 of the first round. In the first period the Chiefs were 0/2 on the power play but managed to convert a short-handed goal after Coco Armstrong was issued a five-minute major penalty and game misconduct. Short handed?
Chiefs battle to OT loss in Game 3, look to keep season alive in Game 4 on Wednesday
Chiefs battle to OT loss in Game 3, look to keep season alive in Game 4 on Wednesday Spokane, WA – The Chiefs returned to home ice for Game Three of the Spokane Chiefs Playoffs presented by Numerica on Monday night. Spokane looked to bounce back after a hard-fought opening to the series in Prince George over the weekend. It was a high-octane albeit scoreless first period with Spokane firing 14 shots to 12 for the visitors.
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Jersey Off The Back Auction Details
Jersey Off The Back Auction Details By Alex Costanzo via Spokane Chiefs, 2m ago Date Night at the Spokane Chiefs! February 14, 2026 Jersey Off The Back Auction Details February 14, 2026 Chiefs complete comeback, defeat Portland 5-4 on road February 14, 2026 Read more at Spokane Chiefs
Chiefs fall to last-place Giants, play in Wenatchee tomorrow
By Alex Costanzo Chiefs fall to last-place Giants, play in Wenatchee tomorrow February 6, 2026 Spokane Chiefs to host 4th Annual Neurodiversity Awareness Night presented by Spokane Colleges February 6, 2026 PREVIEW: Chiefs look to carry momentum north as they take on the Vancouver Giants Friday February 6, 2026
Chiefs earn a point, fall in OT for first time this season
Chiefs earn a point, fall in OT for first time this season January 17, 2026 PREVIEW: Chiefs host Warriors in rare cross-conference match-up Saturday night January 17, 2026 Esler pitches shutout, Chiefs blank Silvertips 4-0 in Everett January 16, 2026
Chiefs seek first win against Blazers in Kamloops Friday night
Kamloops, B.C. - The Spokane Chiefs travel across the border for a quick match-up against the Kamloops Blazers Friday night before heading back home to host the Kelowna Rockets again on Saturday. It's the third contest of the year between the Chiefs and Blazers, with Spokane looking for its first win against Kamloops. LOCATION: Sandman Centre TIME: 7:00 p.m. JERSEY COLOR: White LISTEN: 103.5 FM The Game (pre-game show starts at 6:30 p.m.) - Listen online here.
Spokane Chiefs lose 7-1 in Kelowna, play Regina at home on Wednesday
By Alex Costanzo Spokane Chiefs lose 7-1 in Kelowna, play Regina at home on Wednesday November 15, 2025 PREVIEW: Chiefs continue trip north with Saturday contest against Rockets November 15, 2025 Brody Gillespie the overtime hero as Chiefs win 4-3 over the Vees November 14, 2025
Spokane Chiefs Team Store and Ticket Office Closed
By Alex Costanzo PREVIEW: Chiefs head north for first contest against expansion Vees Friday November 14, 2025 Spokane Chiefs Team Store and Ticket Office Closed November 14, 2025 Forward Sarkenov to miss 15 games due to IIHF World Junior commitments with Kazakhstan November 13, 2025
Introducing the Spokane Chiefs Game-Worn Jersey Auction Of The Week!
Roster Announced for Team CHL Ahead of 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge October 28, 2025 Introducing the Spokane Chiefs Game-Worn Jersey Auction Of The Week! October 28, 2025 Chiefs get blitzed 5-2, Saunderson nets first career goal October 26, 2025
Pul debut goal not enough as Chiefs drop revenge game against Tigers
By Alex Costanzo Pul debut goal not enough as Chiefs drop revenge game against Tigers October 14, 2025 PREVIEW: Chiefs to face Medicine Hat Tigers Tuesday night in 2025 WHL Championship rematch October 14, 2025 Chiefs' defense holds steady with 2-1 victory over Seattle Saturday night October 11, 2025
Cohen Harris hat trick powers Spokane past Portland, 8-4
By Alex Costanzo Cohen Harris hat trick powers Spokane past Portland, 8-4 September 11, 2025 Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena renamed "Numerica Veterans Arena" September 10, 2025 Chiefs reassign D Doka ahead of second pre-season weekend, seven Chiefs at NHL camps September 10, 2025
Spokane Chiefs open pre-season with balanced 9-3 win over Seattle
By Alex Costanzo Spokane Chiefs open pre-season with balanced 9-3 win over Seattle September 5, 2025 Chiefs announce 35-man roster ahead of pre-season opener this weekend September 4, 2025 Owen Martin, Carter Esler shine in annual Red White Championship Game as Team Sauer beats Team Johnson 4-2 August 31, 2025
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
The Spokane Chiefs are proud to continue supporting Shriners Children's Spokane with a $1,000 donation raised through a Spokane Chiefs Care Auction during the 2024-25 season. The Chiefs were also proud to help facilitate the second annual Drop the Mitts Charity Hockey Game at the Spokane Arena, organized by former Shriners Children's patient, Ben Cordell. Ben underwent a spinal fusion operation at 16 years old, allowing him to return to the sport of hockey.
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
On March 15, the Spokane Chiefs faced off in a 5-1 win over the Tri-City Americans, wearing specialty Saint Patrick's Day themed jerseys in front of a crowd of 9,700+ raucous Chiefs fans. Together with Miller Lite, the Chiefs auctioned off the unique game-worn jerseys with a portion of proceeds benefitting Big Table Spokane. This locally-founded organization supports restaurant and hospitality workers when they experience a crisis or unexpected challenge.
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
Thanks to Sweetser Law Office, $44 per Spokane Chiefs win each season is donated to the Washington State Fallen Heroes Program to support the annual Memorial Wreaths ceremony at the Washington State Veterans Cemetery in Medical Lake.
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
Thanks to longtime Spokane Chiefs partner Coeur d'Alene Casino, $1 per save made by a Spokane Chiefs goaltender is donated to support the STOP Violence Against Women Program, which "provides services for those living within the service area of the Coeur d'Alene Reservation who are currently or have been victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, teen dating violence, and/or stalking." The program has been in effect since 1997 with the mission of breaking the cycle of domestic violence...
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
Fred Meyer and the Chiefs partner to battle hunger every season with the Fred Meyer Goals promotion. Five dollars per Spokane Chiefs goal scored is donated, on behalf of Fred Meyer, to Second Harvest Inland Northwest. Second Harvest is our local regional food bank but also creates and supports community programs to support the fight against hunger.
Spokane Chiefs Yard Sale
By Alex Costanzo The Spokane Chiefs, together with the Spokane Public Facilities District, Spokane Arena, and Levy Restaurants will be hosting a huge Yard Sale on July 16th and 17th! Get your hands on Chiefs memorabilia, bobbleheads, piggy banks, promotional items and so much more! All items only available on a first-come, first-serve basis and all sales are final. Items may vary.
Together with Inland Imaging, the Spokane Chiefs are proud to support Every Woman Can PNW through the annual Chiefs Fight Cancer game. Every Woman Can PNW is at the heart of the women's cancer fight. They provide comfort bags, connect those in treatment with meals and housecleaning, and provide connection for one another at pivotal times in the treatment and healing process.
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
By Alex Costanzo Each season, $25 per Spokane Chiefs power play goal scored is donated to Avista's Project Share, a donation-based program that helps keep homes warm through crisis situations like a sudden loss of income, expensive medical costs, malfunctioning heating equipment and other unforeseen circumstances that deplete available funds and make it difficult to pay household energy costs. Learn more at myavista.com.
Spokane Chiefs announce 2025 preseason schedule
The Western Conference Champion Spokane Chiefs will play 5 preseason games, punctuated by a playoff rematch with the Portland Winterhawks at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on September 11th at 4 p.m., in advance of the 2025-26 WHL regular season. Ticket sales information will be announced at a later date. The Chiefs will also travel to two tournaments hosted by the Everett Silvertips and Tri-City Americans.
Spokane Chiefs Give Back
Each December, the Chiefs host one of the most popular games of the season, the Teddy Bear Toss! On Saturday, December 7, 2024, more than 9,500 fans packed Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena to cheer on the Chiefs to a 3-2 win over the Wenatchee Wild, but the Teddy Bear Toss is no regular hockey game. For the first time ever, the Chiefs wore specialty Teddy Bear Toss jerseys depicting mascot Boomer the Bear in a holiday hat as the main crest.
Western Hockey League announces home opening dates for 2025-26 WHL regular season
Calgary, Alta. - The defending Western Conference Champion Spokane Chiefs will open the home portion of the 2025-26 regular season on Saturday, September 27th when they host their U.S. Division rival Tri-City Americans on Blue Moon Opening Night. The Chiefs home opener was a part of the Western Hockey League's announcement of all home opening dates for all 23 Clubs for the 2025-26 WHL Regular Season.
Draft-eligible defenceman Pickford sets modern WHL record, Tigers take 3-1 stranglehold in 2025 WHL Championship Series
By Alex Costanzo via Spokane Chiefs, Spokane, Wash.- The Ed Chynoweth Cup will be in the building on Friday night. With a 5-2 win on Wednesday night, the Medicine Hat Tigers have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead against the Spokane Chiefs in the 2025 WHL Championship Series presented by Nutrien. Bryce Pickford is happiest to take the win, but he also walked out of the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena on Wednesday night with an impressive record to add to his resume.
WHL Championship Series Watch Spots
Starting TONIGHT, you can cheer on the Chiefs with your fellow fans throughout the WHL Championship Series presented by Nutrien at the official Spokane Chiefs Watch Spots! Make sure to arrive early to save a spot and score some Chiefs prizes. Road game watch locations include: The Swinging Doors 1018 W Francis Ave The Hub Tavern 2926 N Monroe St Brick West Brewing 1318 W 1st Ave 24 Taps Burgers & Brews 825 W Riverside Ave Puck drop for each game is set for 6 PM.
Tickets for Games 1 and 2 of Western Conference Championship on sale now
Spokane, Wash. - The Spokane Chiefs have advanced to the 2024-25 Western Conference Championship of the WHL Playoffs presented by Nutrien, where they will take on the Portland Winterhawks in a best-of-seven series. As the high seed, Spokane holds home ice advantage.
Spokane Chiefs office closed today
Spokane Chiefs office closed today March 28, 2025 Chiefs honor 2024-25 award winners in pre-game ceremony Friday night March 24, 2025 Chiefs to face Vancouver Giants in first round of 2025 WHL Playoffs March 23, 2025
Spokane Chiefs to host Bud Light Law Enforcement Exhibition Hockey Game
The Spokane Chiefs will host the annual Bud Light Law Enforcement Exhibition Hockey Game at the Spokane Arena on March 15th prior to the Chiefs versus Tri-City Americans game later that night. Players will hail from local law enforcement agencies including Spokane Police, Spokane County Sheriff, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and the FBI.
Postgame Autographs - February 8th
Postgame Autographs - February 8th February 7, 2025 PREVIEW: Chiefs look to stay hot on the road against Thunderbirds Friday night February 7, 2025 Leafguard Saves of the Month: January February 5, 2025
Chiefs’ balance shines as Cristall tallies two assists in home debut
Spokane, Wash. – The Chiefs returned to home ice on Friday night for the much-anticipated home-debut of newest Chiefs’ forward, Andrew Cristall. The Washington Capitals’ prospect entered the game with five goals and seven assists in his last two games, with the Chiefs winning by a combined score of 22-2 in Wenatchee and Kelowna. Former Chief goaltender, Cooper Michaluk began the game on the bench for the visiting Prince George Cougars.
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