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Spokane Chiefs start 2026-27 WHL season at Tri-City Americans on Saturday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 2:02 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

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Summary

The Spokane Chiefs will open the 2026-27 Western Hockey League season with a road game against the Tri-City Americans on Saturday. This matchup is significant as it sets the tone for the Chiefs, who aim to improve upon last season's inconsistent performance. Following the initial game, the Chiefs will have a week off before hosting the Americans again at Numerica Veterans Arena. Chiefs head coach Brad Lauer emphasized the importance of accountability and preparedness after a disappointing playoff run last season.

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By the Numbers

•Chiefs begin their season at Tri-City on September 19.
•Team seeks to improve from last season's playoff exit.
•Lauer emphasizes accountability and preparedness.
•Next game scheduled for September 26 at home against Tri-City.
•Twelve players from last season's team return.

Latest Updates

2:02 AMYahoo Sports — Spokane Chiefs 'expect the best out of each other' at start of 2026-27 campaign | WHL hockey

What they're saying

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Sep. 17—The puck drops on the 2026-27 Western Hockey League season with five games on Friday, and the Spokane Chiefs get their season underway on Saturday with a road game at their archrival — the Tri-City Americans. In a quirk of the schedule, they won't play again until the following Saturday when they host the Ams at Numerica Veterans Arena. But a home-and-home against their nemesis right ...
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