Hurricanes Defeated Chiefs in Friday Hockey Match
The Lethbridge Hurricanes secured a 4-2 victory over the Spokane Chiefs on Friday night.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Hockey
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The Lethbridge Hurricanes defeated the Spokane Chiefs 4-2 at Numerica Veterans Arena on Friday night. The result marked the first loss of the season for the Spokane Chiefs.
Why it matters
The loss halts the early season momentum for the Spokane Chiefs, while the Lethbridge Hurricanes secured a win to improve their standings. Both teams are now working to refine their gameplay following the final score.
The Spokane Chiefs recorded 40 shots on goal to Lethbridge's 22, yet the team finished 0 for 5 on the power play. Spokane's goaltender finished the contest with 17 saves.
The players
Spokane Chiefs
The Spokane Chiefs are a professional major junior ice hockey team based in Spokane that competes in the Western Hockey League.
Lethbridge Hurricanes
The Lethbridge Hurricanes are a major junior ice hockey team in the Western Hockey League based in Lethbridge, Alberta.
The details
Lethbridge established an early lead by scoring the first three goals of the game. Spokane attempted a rally with goals from Gavin Lesuik, Logan Stewart, Tyden Lafournaise, Nathan Mayes, and Brody Gillespie, but a power play goal from Nathan Maloney solidified the win for Lethbridge.
Timeline
The Lethbridge Hurricanes defeated the Spokane Chiefs on Friday night.
The Spokane Chiefs host Everett on Saturday at 6:05 p.m.
Season Trajectory
This game result impacts the competitive balance within the Western Hockey League standings as teams jockey for early positioning. The loss alters the season trajectory for the Spokane Chiefs as they move into their next contest against Everett.
Spokane finished 0 for 5 on the power play, highlighting a specific area for roster adjustment ahead of the Saturday game. The team holds a 1-5 record following this performance.
The takeaway
Consistency on the power play remains a critical hurdle for the Chiefs during this early stretch of the season. The team must convert on these opportunities to improve their record when they return to the ice on Saturday.
What happens next
The Spokane Chiefs are scheduled to face the Everett Silvertips at home on Saturday at 6:05 p.m.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Spokesman Review.
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