Americans defenceman Goldsmith in good spirits, remains under observation

Kennewick, Wash. – Tri-City Americans defenceman Terrell Goldsmith remains in hospital under observation but is in good spirits Wednesday morning.

Following an on-ice altercation Tuesday evening, Goldsmith required medical attention 1:05 into the second period of WHL Regular Season Game #690 between the Seattle Thunderbirds and Tri-City Americans. He was taken to hospital via ambulance, was alert, responsive, and received immediate medical attention.

Further updates on Goldsmith’s condition will be provided as they are available.

WHL Regular Season Game #690 was suspended as a result of the circumstance. The game will be rescheduled at a later date.

Goldsmith, who hails from Fort St. James, B.C., is in his fourth full season in the WHL and first as a member of the Tri-City Americans. He is enjoying a career campaign, having collected 16 points (4G-12A) in 56 games.

The 6-foot-4, 218-pound defender was selected by the Arizona Coyotes in the fourth round (102nd overall) of the 2023 NHL Draft. He signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Utah Hockey Club on October 18, 2024.

In 241 career WHL games split between the Americans and Prince Albert Raiders, Goldsmith has tallied 46 points (14G-32A).

An update on Terrell Goldsmith:

Terrell Goldsmith remains in hospital this morning under observation. Upon arriving at the hospital last night, he was awake, responsive and in good spirits. The Tri-City Americans appreciate the words of concern and support for Goldsmith. We will… pic.twitter.com/2JMyhIJkcx

— Tri-City Americans (@TCAmericans) March 12, 2025