Season will start March 19th for Spokane Chiefs and WHL U.S. Division
The Western Hockey League announced today that the WHL’s U.S. Division will begin the 2020-21 WHL Regular Season on Friday, March 19. This follows an update from Washington State regarding Sporting Activities COVID-19 Requirements issued on February 1, which allows the WHL to return to play in Washington State.
Spokane's Tyler Johnson wins the Stanley Cup
It was the craziest season in the history of hockey, but in the end it was Tampa Bay winning the Stanley Cup. With the win, Spokane native and former Spokane Chief Tyler Johnson hoists the cup for the first time.
Chiefs announce Maglio as new head coach
The Spokane Chiefs announced on Tuesday that Adam Maglio will become the organization's 14th full-time head coach. Maglio served last season as Associate Coach under Manny Viveiros, who accepted the same position with the AHL's Henderson Silver Knights.
Viveiros takes head coaching job in AHL
Spokane Chiefs' head coach Manny Viveiros has accepted the head coaching position with the Henderson Silver Knights of the AHL, as announced by the team on Monday. He is the first ever head coach for the Silver Knights, who will be the affiliate of the NHL's Vegas Golden Knights when they begin play next season.
Tyler Johnson scores, Tampa Bay advances in Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Tampa Bay Lightning take down Columbus to win their series 4-1 and advance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs
Spokane's Derek Ryan ready to re-join Calgary teammates in quest for Stanley Cup
The National Hockey League has been on pause since early March because of coronavirus, but they are scheduled to return to training camp next month. Spokane native Derek Ryan will join his Calgary Flames teammates as they try to win a Stanley Cup.
Spokane native, NHL forward Derek Ryan likes the league's return-to-play format
SPOKANE, Wash. — Before he was a forward in the NHL, Derek Ryan was a Shadle Park Highlander and a Spokane Chief for several seasons.…
Adam Beckman named WHL Player of the Year
SPOKANE, Wash. - Spokane Chiefs forward Adam Beckman has earned the Four Broncos Memorial Trophy as the Western Hockey League's Player of the Year for the 2019-20 season. He is just the second Chief to win the award, joining Spokane legend and long-time NHL star…
Spokane's Beckman named WHL Player of the Year
The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that forward Adam Beckman has earned the Four Broncos Memorial Trophy as the Western Hockey League's Player of the Year for the 2019-20 season. He is just the second Chief to win the award, joining Spokane legend and long-time NHL star Ray Whitney (1990-91).
Spokane's Ty Smith named WHL Defenseman of the Year
The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that defenseman Ty Smith has been awarded the Bill Hunter Memorial Trophy as Western Hockey League Defenseman of the Year for the 2019-20 season. It marks the second-straight season the Chiefs' team captain has captured the honor and only fourth time in league history a single player has won twice.
Chiefs wrap up 2020 WHL Bantam Draft
The Spokane Chiefs added to their prospect pool on Wednesday, selecting 11 players of the future in the annual WHL Bantam Draft, held online for the first time.
Spokane's Adam Beckman named WHL Western Conference Player of the Year
Spokane Chiefs forward and Minnesota Wild prospect Adam Beckman has been named the Western Hockey League's Western Conference Player of the Year, as announced by the league on Tuesday.
Ty Smith named WHL Defenseman of the Year
Spokane Chiefs defenseman and New Jersey Devils prospect Ty Smith has been named the Western Hockey League's Western Conference Defenseman of the Year, as announced by the league on Monday.
Kral signs entry-level deal with Toronto Maple Leafs
TORONTO - Spokane Chiefs defenseman Filip Kral has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Toronto Maple Leafs, as announced by the Maple Leafs on Wednesday afternoon. Kral was originally selected by the Leafs in the fifth round (149th overall) of the 2018…
CHL cancels WHL playoffs and the Memorial Cup
The Western Hockey League playoffs are cancelled including the Memorial Cup.
Spokane's Beckman wins Bob Clarke Trophy as WHL's top scorer
The Spokane Chiefs are proud to announce that forward Adam Beckman has earned the Bob Clarke Trophy as the Western Hockey League's top scorer for the 2019-20 regular season. Beckman finished the season with 48 goals and 59 assists for 107 points in 63 games.
