Spokane Chiefs Defeated Everett Silvertips 7-1
The Spokane Chiefs dominated the Everett Silvertips in a decisive 7-1 victory.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Hockey
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The Spokane Chiefs secured a commanding 7-1 victory over the Everett Silvertips. Chase Harrington led the charge by recording his first career Western Hockey League (WHL) hat trick.
Why it matters
The win showcases the offensive depth of the Spokane Chiefs and reinforces their momentum early in the season. Consistent scoring performances from multiple players provided the foundation for this lopsided result against a divisional rival.
The Chiefs converted 2 of 5 power play opportunities while goalie Carter Esler stopped 20 shots to maintain his 6-0 season record. Spokane tallied seven total goals, including three from Chase Harrington and two from Owen Martin.
The players
Chase Harrington
He is a rising forward for the Spokane Chiefs who recorded his first career hat trick in this game.
Carter Esler
He is the starting goaltender for the Spokane Chiefs who currently holds a 6-0 win-loss record this season.
Owen Martin
He is a key offensive contributor for the Chiefs who recorded two goals and two assists in the victory.
The details
Chase Harrington and Owen Martin both contributed two assists to the offensive effort in addition to their goal-scoring output. Additionally, Matěj Tománek and Parker Colmer both celebrated milestone moments by scoring their first career WHL goals.
Timeline
The Spokane Chiefs defeated the Everett Silvertips on October 13, 2026.
Spokane will face the Seattle Thunderbirds on October 17, 2026.
The Chiefs play a two-game series against Portland on October 23 and 24, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This victory solidifies the Chiefs' position in the competitive Western Hockey League standings. The team now looks to carry this offensive momentum into their upcoming series against Seattle and Portland.
Goaltender Carter Esler has moved to a perfect 6-0 record following this decisive victory. The offensive explosion by Harrington and Martin provides significant momentum as the team prepares for their high-stakes games against Seattle and Portland.
The takeaway
The Chiefs displayed balanced scoring and effective special teams play throughout the evening. Fans should note how the team maintains this offensive rhythm as they prepare for the upcoming road challenges against Seattle and Portland.
What happens next
The Chiefs are scheduled to play the Seattle Thunderbirds on October 17, 2026, followed by a two-game set against Portland on October 23 and 24, 2026.
Further reading
For more on the team's performance, visit the Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KXLY 920 News Now (KXLY AM).
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