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2026 NHL Draft Profile: Harrison Boettiger

Paige Bednorz — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:38:34 +0000

Harrison Boettiger entered his draft year as one of the most closely watched goaltenders in the 2026 class, and his season in Kelowna only strengthened that case. The 18-year-old from Wheat Ridge, Colorado, posted a 2.83 GAA and .911 save percentage across 41 regular season games, finishing top ten among WHL goaltenders in wins, GAA, and save percentage before adding eight playoff appearances and two Memorial Cup starts.

Boettiger is a positional goaltender whose game is built on intelligence and process. He stays square with shooters, uses strong edgework to make micro-adjustments, and projects his hands outward to cut down angles before shots are released. His post-integration is clean, his transitions in and out of the RVH are sharp, and he is a constant scanner, reading plays before they develop and moving accordingly. EliteProspects ranked him the smartest goaltender in the entire 2026 class in their scout poll, with a second-place finish for highest floor. The Hockey News placed him among the top five goaltenders available. NHL Central Scouting ranked him 10th among North American goalies.

His pedigree was strong coming in. A silver medal at the 2023 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge and a bronze at the 2024 IIHF World Under-18 Championship preceded his year with the Rockets. He described his own game simply: "I want to give my team a sense of safety back there. I like to rely on my positioning and my skating to hit my spots and be there on time."

On draft weekend in Buffalo, June 26–27 Boettiger is broadly projected as a second- or third-round selection and one of the first goaltenders off the board.

2025–26 Regular Season Stats: 41 GP | 2.83 GAA | .911 SV% | 25-10-5 | 2025–26 Playoffs: 8 GP | 3.06 GAA | .907 SV% | 4-3-0 | Memorial Cup: 2 GP | 3.64 GAA | .902 SV% | 0-1-0

Key Rankings (2026 NHL Draft)

NHL Central Scouting (NA Goalies): #10
EliteProspects: #60
The Hockey News / Kennedy: #68
Daily Faceoff: #90
McKeen's Hockey: #94
Consolidated Ranking: #95

Rockets Announce 2026 Preseason Schedule

Paige Bednorz — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:03:42 +0000

KELOWNA, BC – The Kelowna Rockets have announced their preseason schedule ahead of the 2026-27 WHL season.

The Rockets will play four exhibition games, including home-and-home series against the Kamloops Blazers and Penticton Vees.

Kelowna opens the preseason on the road in Kamloops on Friday, September 4, before hosting the Blazers at Prospera Place the following night. The Rockets will then travel to Penticton on September 9 before wrapping up the exhibition schedule at home against the Vees on September 12.

2026 Kelowna Rockets Preseason Schedule

Friday, September 4 at Kamloops Blazers | Sandman Centre | 7:00pm

Saturday, September 5 vs Kamloops Blazers | Prospera Place | 6:05pm

Wednesday, September 9 at Penticton Vees | South Okanagan Events Centre | 6:35pm

Saturday, September 12 vs Penticton Vees | Prospera Place | 6:05pm

The preseason schedule will provide Rockets fans their first look at the club ahead of what is shaping up to be an exciting 2026-27 campaign.

The Rockets officially open the regular season on September 19 when they visit the Vancouver Giants before travelling to Penticton for the Vees' home opener on September 25. Kelowna will then return home for its Home Opener on September 26 against Penticton in the Battle of the Okanagan at Prospera Place.

Season tickets for the 2026-27 season are on sale now.

For ticket information, visit the Rockets website at kelownarockets.com.

Rockets Home Opener Set for September 26 Against Penticton Vees

Paige Bednorz — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:10:20 +0000

KELOWNA, BC – The Kelowna Rockets are excited to announce that their 2026-27 Home Opener will take place on Saturday, September 26 when they host the Penticton Vees at Prospera Place.

The game marks the return of Rockets hockey to Kelowna and the latest edition of the Battle of the Okanagan as the two Interior rivals square off early in the season.

The announcement comes as the Rockets officially launch season ticket sales for the 2026-27 campaign. Following a memorable year that saw Kelowna host the 2026 Memorial Cup, fans can now secure their seats for another exciting season of WHL hockey.

Season ticket members receive access to all regular season home games, priority access to playoff tickets, exclusive events, and additional benefits throughout the season.

The Rockets will open the regular season on the road against the Vancouver Giants on September 19 before travelling to Penticton to face the Vees in their home opener on September 25. The club will then return to Kelowna for its own Home Opener on September 26.

Fans interested in purchasing season tickets can inquire now at kelownarockets.com.

Kelowna Rockets 2026-27 Season Tickets Now on Sale

Paige Bednorz — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:56:32 +0000

KELOWNA, BC – The Kelowna Rockets have officially launched season ticket sales for the 2026-27 Western Hockey League season.

Following an exciting 2025-26 campaign that saw the Rockets host the Memorial Cup, fans can now secure their seats for another season of Rockets hockey at Prospera Place.

Season ticket members will receive access to all regular season home games, exclusive member benefits, and priority access to playoff tickets.

The Rockets continue to build toward the future with a talented young core, highlighted by several NHL prospects, including Tomas Poletin and Peyton Kettles, as well as the addition of the first overall WHL Draft selection Madden Daneault, who can play up to 34 games with the club.

"Our fans continue to be the heartbeat of our organization," said President and General Manager Bruce Hamilton. "The support we received throughout the season and during the Memorial Cup was incredible, and we're excited to build on that momentum heading into 2026-27."

The 2026-27 season promises another exciting chapter for the Rockets as the organization looks to build upon the success of recent years and continue competing among the WHL's top teams.

Fans interested in becoming season ticket members can inquire online at chl.ca/whl-rockets/seasontickets/.

For more information on season tickets and membership benefits, visit the Kelowna Rockets website.

TRADE: Rockets Acquire Playing Rights to Defenceman Dane Sorensen from Royals

Paige Bednorz — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:00:17 +0000

KELOWNA, BC - The Kelowna Rockets have acquired the playing rights to defenceman Dane Sorensen from the Victoria Royals in exchange for a conditional 2030 fifth-round pick and a conditional 2027 sixth-round pick (Seattle). Sorensen, 19, is a 6'1", 183-pound left-shot defenceman from Los Angeles, California. He holds dual American and Canadian citizenship and spent the 2025-26 season split between the Sioux Falls Stampede of the USHL and the Brooks Bandits of the BCHL, where he was part of a championship-winning team. He added one goal and four assists for five points and 32 penalty minutes in 13 playoff games with Brooks en route to the BCHL title while averaging close to 19 minutes a night during the final series versus the Nanaimo Clippers. The year prior to his BCHL championship with Brooks, Sorensen won the US 18U National Tier I Championship with Shattuck St. Mary's 18U Prep. Sorensen previously suited up alongside Rockets goaltender Harrison Boettiger on the Shattuck-St. Mary's 14U AAA program during the 2021-22 season, giving him an existing connection within the organization.

Shane Smith Named Finalist for CHL Humanitarian of the Year Award

Paige Bednorz — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:24:57 +0000

KELOWNA, BC – Kelowna Rockets forward Shane Smith has been named a finalist for the Canadian Hockey League's Humanitarian of the Year Award.

Smith earned the nomination following an outstanding season both on and off the ice. Throughout the 2025-26 campaign, Smith pledged to donate $25 for every point he recorded in support of the Canadian CMV Foundation. After finishing the season with 72 points, Smith raised a total of $1,800 while helping bring awareness to congenital CMV.

Smith's commitment to the cause is deeply personal. His niece, Maia, was diagnosed with congenital CMV at birth, inspiring him to use his platform as a WHL player to support families impacted by the virus and help educate others about the condition.

On the ice, Smith was a key contributor for the Rockets, recording 33 goals and 39 assists for 72 points during the regular season. Acquired by Kelowna during the season, he quickly became an important leader within the Rockets dressing room and throughout the community.

Smith was named the recipient of the WHL's Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy, awarded annually to the Western Hockey League's Humanitarian of the Year.

The CHL Humanitarian of the Year Award recognizes a player who has made an outstanding contribution to their community while demonstrating leadership and a commitment to making a positive impact beyond the game.

The winner will be announced at the 2026 CHL Awards ceremony on June 15 in downtown Toronto.

The Kelowna Rockets organization would like to congratulate Shane on this well-deserved recognition.

Kelowna Rockets Carrie Brown Named Recipient of WHL Distinguished Service Award

Paige Bednorz — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:24:47 +0000

KELOWNA, BC — The Kelowna Rockets are proud to announce that Executive Assistant Carrie Brown has been named a recipient of the WHL Distinguished Service Award for the 2025-26 season, as presented by WHL Commissioner Dan Near on behalf of the WHL Board of Governors. The WHL Distinguished Service Award, established in 2004, is presented annually to individuals who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes on behalf of WHL franchises and made an extraordinary contribution at both the Club and League levels over an extended period. Awards are presented to one recipient from each of the WHL's Western and Eastern Conferences. Brown was honoured by Commissioner Near and Rockets President and General Manager Bruce Hamilton during Game 6 of the 2026 Memorial Cup, presented by Kubota. "Since 1995, the Rockets' inaugural season in Kelowna, Carrie has been a fixture in the Kelowna Rockets front office," said WHL Commissioner Dan Near. "Every Club is fueled by key personnel who consistently provide a steady presence and support our Clubs' commitment to our communities. For the entirety of her career with the Rockets, Carrie has been that dedicated and passionate contributor." A Kelowna native, Brown has been a cornerstone of the Rockets organization for 30 years. From coordinating League-related matters and internal operations to supporting staff and players, she brings exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to upholding the proud history of the franchise. Brown becomes the fourth member of the Kelowna Rockets organization to receive the WHL Distinguished Service Award, joining Lorne Frey, Norbert Heinzelmann, and Dr. Mike Bobyn. "Carrie is the heart and soul of our organization," said Hamilton. "She is the steady presence in our office every single day, ensuring that the countless moving pieces of a WHL franchise operate smoothly. Carrie does the work that often goes unnoticed but is absolutely essential. Quite simply, without Carrie Brown, the Kelowna Rockets would not be the organization we are today." The Kelowna Rockets congratulate Carrie on this well-deserved recognition and thank her for three decades of extraordinary service to this organization and this community.

Game Recap: Silvertips End Rockets Season in 4-0 Loss at the 2026 Memorial Cup

Paige Bednorz — Thu, 28 May 2026 04:50:26 +0000

The Kelowna Rockets dropped their final round robin game of the 2026 Memorial Cup, falling 4-0 to the Everett Silvertips, a loss that eliminated them from tournament contention. Everett was led by Matis Vanhanen and Kayd Ruedig, who helped pace the Silvertips to the victory. While the tournament did not end the way Kelowna had hoped, the Rockets battled hard and left everything on the ice throughout the 2026 Memorial Cup. Despite the disappointing finish, the team showed resilience and determination while competing against the top junior hockey clubs in all of the Canadian Hockey League. BOXSCORE | HIGHLIGHTS | POST-GAME AVAILABILITY GAME SUMMARY The first period of the final round robin game of the 2026 Memorial Cup featured plenty of energy from both the crowd and the players, as the two teams came out flying. However, at 7:22 of the opening frame, it was Kayd Ruedig (1) who opened the scoring for Everett after a shot from the point bounced off a Rockets defender and into the net to make it 1-0. Then, just twenty-five seconds later at 7:47, Jaxon Pisani (1) scored his first career CHL goal with a seeing-eye shot from the blue line to extend the Silvertips lead to 2-0. Jaxsin Vaughan picked up the assist on the goal. The Rockets appeared to score late in the period, but the goal was waved off due to a kicking motion. Everett would take a 2-0 lead into the first intermission. In the second period, Matias Vanhanen (3) added to the Silvertips lead just 1:03 into the frame. His third goal of the tournament made it 3-0 for Everett. Following the goal, Harrison Boettiger replaced Josh Banini in net for Kelowna. The Rockets generated a few opportunities on the powerplay but were unable to capitalize, and the score remained 3-0 after forty minutes of play. In the third period, the Silvertips added another goal as Carter Bear (2) found the back of the net to make it 4-0. That would stand as the final score, ending the Rockets Memorial Cup hopes. Josh Banini stopped 8 of 11 shots in the game, while Harrison Boettiger turned aside 21 of 22 shots in relief. ADDITIONAL STATS Shots on Goal: Kelowna 28 | Everett 33 Power Play: Kelowna 0/4 | Everett 0/4 Faceoffs: Kelowna 33 | Everett 29

Memorial Cup Preview: Rockets Battle Everett In Memorial Cup In WHL Playoff Rematch

Paige Bednorz — Wed, 27 May 2026 20:52:49 +0000

The Kelowna Rockets will look for revenge against the Western Hockey League Champion Everett Silvertips in the Rockets last round-robin game in the 2026 Memorial Cup. The Rockets and Silvertips met in the second round of the WHL playoffs and Everett took that series in five games. The Rockets will now look to to take revenge. The Rockets, who have their backs up against a wall, need this win in order to qualify for a tiebreaker/semifinal game. MEMORIAL CUP SCHEDULE

Round-Robin – Game 1 – Friday, May 22 – Kitchener vs. Kelowna (6 p.m. PT)
Round-Robin – Game 2 – Saturday, May 23 – Everett vs. Chicoutimi (6 p.m. PT)
Round-Robin – Game 3 – Sunday, May 24 – Kelowna vs. Chicoutimi ( 6 p.m. PT)
Round-Robin – Game 4 – Monday, May 25 – Everett vs. Kitchener (6 p.m. PT)
Round-Robin – Game 5 – Tuesday, May 26 – Chicoutimi vs. Kitchener (6 p.m. PT)
Round-Robin – Game 6 – Wednesday, May 27 – Kelowna vs. Everett (6 p.m. PT)
Tie-Breaker (*if necessary) – Thursday, May 28 (6 p.m. PT)
Semi-Final – Friday, May 29 (6 p.m. PT)
Championship Final – Sunday, May 31 (4 p.m. PT)

KELOWNA ROCKETS The season is on the line Wednesday night for the Kelowna Rockets. After dropping their opening two games at the Memorial Cup, the Rockets head into a must-win showdown against the Everett Silvertips, needing a victory to keep their tournament hopes alive and earn a spot in the playoff round. The game also gives Kelowna an opportunity for redemption against the same Everett team that ended their WHL playoff run earlier this spring. Much of the Rockets’ offence runs through Tij Iginla (41G, 49A), whose standout season has established him as one of the WHL’s top offensive threats. The sixth-overall selection of the Utah Mammoth finished the regular season with 41 goals and 49 assists for 90 points in just 48 games before adding another 12 points in the playoffs. He has already scored once at the Memorial Cup. Kelowna’s veteran leadership group has also played a major role throughout the season. Captain Carson Wetsch (22G, 50A), a prospect of the San Jose Sharks, recorded 72 points during the regular season while continuing to provide leadership and physical play. Overage forward Shane Smith (33G, 35A) delivered one of the best seasons of his WHL career with 33 goals and 35 assists, earning the 2026 Doug Wickenheiser Memorial Trophy. The Rockets also benefited from an injection of young talent. Czech forward Vojtech Cihar (12G, 19A) joined the club after capturing tournament MVP honours at the 2026 World Junior Championship. The Los Angeles Kings prospect quickly became one of Kelowna’s most productive players, posting 31 points in 31 games before leading the team in playoff scoring with 13 points in nine games. Fellow rookie Tomas Poletin (20G, 15A) also made an immediate impact in his first WHL season. The New York Islanders draft pick scored 20 goals during the regular season and has already contributed offensively during the Memorial Cup with an assist. Additional scoring depth has come from Hayden Paupanekis (15G, 22A) and Hiroki Gojsic (19G, 22A), two more NHL prospects from the Montreal Canadiens and Nashville Predators, respectively, who have continued to contribute offensively while bringing size and physicality to the lineup. One of the more unique stories on Kelowna’s roster this Memorial Cup has been veteran Mazden Leslie (18G, 50A). After transitioning from defence to forward for the Memorial Cup, the longtime WHL veteran has also made an impact early in the tournament, scoring once while leading the Rockets in shots through two games. Leslie had one of the strongest offensive seasons of his WHL career this year, recording 68 points. On the back end, trade deadline acquisitions Parker Alcos (5G, 25A) and Keith McInnis (10G, 23A) added stability and experience to the defence corps. Alcos, a prospect of the Vancouver Canucks, quickly became an important two-way contributor after arriving from the Edmonton Oil Kings. Meanwhile, Rowan Guest (1G, 24A) and Nate Corbet (3G, 11A) continue to provide a physical presence on the blue line, while Pittsburgh Penguins second-round pick Peyton Kettles recently returned from injury to give Kelowna another experienced option defensively. In goal, draft-eligible netminder Harrison Boettiger (2.83 GAA, 0.911 SV%) handled the majority of the workload during the regular season, posting a .911 save percentage and ranking among the WHL’s top goaltenders. Josh Banini (3.35 GAA, 0.890 SV%) also played an important role and elevated his game during the playoffs, particularly against Everett, where he stopped 82 of 84 shots faced. With both goaltenders already seeing action at the Memorial Cup, the Rockets have options heading into Wednesday’s elimination game. For the Rockets, the situation is straightforward heading into Wednesday night: win and the Memorial Cup run continues. Lose, and the season comes to an end. WHERE THEY RANK

Kelowna Rockets: 7th in the Western Hockey League (38-19-6-3)
Everett Silvertips: 1st in the Western Hockey League (57-8-2-1)

Everett Silvertips The Everett Silvertips who were Ed Chynoweth Cup champions as Western Hockey League Champions will look to improve to 2-1 at the 2026 Memorial Cup in Wednesday night's battle between them and the Kelowna Rockets The Silvertips were a powerhouse in the Western Hockey League all season and led the league with fifty-seven wins and one hundred and seventeen points. The Silvertips would then go 16-2 in the postseason, beating the Portland Winterhawks, Kelowna Rockets, Penticton Vees and Prince Albert Raiders Offensively, the Finnish duo of Matias Vanhanen (21G, 66A) and Julius Miettinen (35G, 41A) led the Silvertips. Vanhanen, second among rookies in assists and first in the regular season, followed his playoff performance with twelve goals and twelve assists for twenty-four points. So far in the Memorial Cup Vanhanen has two goals and one assist in two games. Miettinen, a Seattle Kraken Prospect has the highest points-per-game rate on the team and, in the playoffs, led the WHL with fourteen goals and twenty-seven points. Miettinen and Vanhanen were one and two, respectively, among forwards this year in +/- rating. Detroit Red Wings first-round pick Carter Bear (36G, 41A) was also a massive producer for the team and he continued his success in the playoffs, where he had seven goals and fifteen assists. He has one goal so far in the Memorial Cup. Overage forwards Zachary Shantz (27G, 38A) and Rylan Gould (21G, 29A) were two other massive parts of the Silvertips offence. In the postseason, Shantz had fourteen points while Gould had ten. Defensively, the Silvertips are led by the projected first overall pick in the 2027 NHL Draft, Landon Dupont (18G, 55A). Dupont, who was fifth among blueliners in points in the regular season, would then follow that up with five goals and eighteen assists for twenty-three points, second among defencemen in the playoffs. Dupont has two assists in two games at the Memorial Cup. Outside of Dupont, Anaheim Ducks draft pick Tarin Smith (16G, 55A) is another top offensive defenceman in the WHL, but he is unavailable for the Memorial Cup due to injury. Kayd Ruedig (16G, 20A) played parts of the season with Portland and Kamloops and is another key blueliner for the Silvertips. In the playoffs he had two goals and four assists for six points. 2026 NHL Draft-Eligible Defenceman Brek Liske (7G, 17A) saw his offensive game explode in the playoffs with four goals and thirteen assists in eighteen games. Philadelphia Flyers draft pick Luke Vlooswyk (1G, 7A) brings a shutdown element to the Silvertips blueline In net, Anders Miller (2.30 GAA, 0.914 SV%) gets most of the work. Miller, one of the top netminders in the league, started the season with the Calgary Hitmen before the Silvertips acquired him on October 13th, and his thirty-one wins ranked second in the WHL. He also ranked second in the WHL with 4 shutouts. In the playoffs he played every minute between the pipes and went 16-2 with a sparkling 1.91 GAA and 0.932 SV% INSIDE THE NUMBERS Kelowna Rockets Memorial Cup History

2003: WHL Champion – Finished 3rd
2004: Host – Memorial Cup Champions
2005: WHL Champion – Finished 4th
2009: WHL Champion – Finished 2nd
2015: WHL Champion – Finished 2nd

Everett Silvertips Memorial Cup History

This is the Silvertips first time qualifying for the Memorial Cup

Special teams: Regular Season Kelowna: PP 23.1% | PK 80.3% Everett: PP 30% | PK 80.2% Special teams: Playoffs Kelowna: PP 14.7% | PK 79.3% Everett: PP 27.7% | PK 83.8% Top Performers: Regular Season Kelowna Rockets:

Tij Iginla: 41 Goals, 49 Assists, 90 Points.
Carson Wetsch: 22 Goals, 50 Assists, 72 Points.
Shane Smith: 33 Goals, 35 Assists, 68 Points.

Everett Silvertips

Matias Vanhanen: 21 Goals, 66 Assists, 87 Points.
Carter Bear: 36 Goals, 41 Assists, 77 Points.
Julius Miettinen: 35 Goals, 41 Assists, 76 Points

Top Performers: Playoffs Everett Silvertips:

Vojtech Cihar: 6 Goals, 7 Assists, 13 Points.
Tij Iginla: 7 Goals, 5 Assists, 12 Points.
Hayden Paupanekis: 2 Goals, 3 Assists, 5 Points.

Everett Silvertips

Julius Miettinen: 14 Goals, 13 Assists, 27 Points
Matias Vanhanen: 12 Goals, 12 Assists, 24 Points.
Landon Dupont: 5 Goals, 18 Assists, 23 Points.

MEMORIAL CUP BLOODLINES Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla and defenceman Nate Corbet are continuing family legacies at the Memorial Cup. Iginla’s father, Jarome Iginla, won back-to-back Memorial Cups with the Kamloops Blazers in 1994 and 1995. Current Rockets associate coach Don Hay was also behind the bench for both of those championship teams. Corbet’s father, Rene Corbet, also has Memorial Cup experience, having played in the 1991 tournament with the Drummondville Voltigeurs of the QMJHL. DOWN BUT NOT OUT! While the Kelowna Rockets face a significant challenge down 0-2 in the 2026 Memorial Cup, their path to Victory is not impossible and has been done before. In the 2009 Memorial Cup, the Ontario Hockey League Champion Windsor Spitfires found themselves in a similar situation, down 0-2 after two games. They would then go on to win their last round-robin game before winning the tie-breaker game, then the semifinal, and then the Memorial Cup Final.

ISight Optometry Game Recap: Rockets Lose 3-2 to Sagueneens in Overtime

Paige Bednorz — Mon, 25 May 2026 04:58:12 +0000

The Kelowna Rockets and Chicoutimi Sagueneens played in a thriller Sunday night at Prospera Place in both teams second game of the 2026 Memorial Cup. Tij Iginla and Mazden Leslie would both score to help the Rockets force overtime however Liam Lefebvre would score two including the overtime winner to help the Sagueneens win the game. BOXSCORE | HIGHLIGHTS | POST-GAME AVAILABILITY GAME SUMMARY The first ten minutes of the first period saw the Kelowna Rockets dominate the Chicoutimi Saguenéens, generating the majority of the scoring chances. Kelowna used its physical style of play to help create offensive opportunities early on. Shane Smith opened the scoring midway through the first but the goal would eventually get called back for goaltender interference. The Sagueneens then had a goal of their own taken off the board due to a hand pass earlier in the play. The second half of the period would then see Chicoutimi strike first when Liam Lefebvre (1) scored at 14:38 to give the Saguenéens a 1-0 lead after twenty minutes of play. Maxim Schafer and Alonso Gosselin picked up the assists on the goal. In the second period, the Rockets finally got their first goal of the tournament when Tij Iginla (1) scored 6:29 into the frame to tie the game 1-1. Hiroki Gojsic picked up the assist on the goal. The game would remain tied heading into the second intermission. In the third period, both teams traded chances, but at 14:01 it was Anton Linde (1) who broke the deadlock to give the Saguenéens a 2-1 lead. Nathan Lecompte earned the assist on the goal. Then, just over a minute later at 15:50, Mazden Leslie (1) scored on a rebound to tie the game and force overtime off a point shot by Nate Corbet and a tip by Tomas Poletin. In overtime, it was Liam Lefebvre (2) who scored the game-winner for his second goal of the night. Nathan Lecompte and Peteris Bulans picked up the assists on the winning goal. Rockets goaltender Josh Banini stopped 26 of the 29 shots he faced in the effort, while neither team was able to score on the powerplay. ADDITIONAL STATS Shots on Goal: Kelowna 29 | Chicoutimi 29 Power Play: Kelowna 0/1 | Chicoutimi 0/2 Faceoffs: Kelowna 36 | Chicoutimi 28 UP NEXT The Kelowna Rockets will look for revenge against the Western Hockey League champion Everett Silvertips in the Rockets final round-robin game of the 2026 Memorial Cup. The Rockets last faced the Silvertips in the second round of the 2026 WHL Playoffs. The game will take place on Wednesday, May 27th at 6:00 PM PST and will be broadcast on TSN.