Spokane Chiefs Captain Chase Harrington Named WHL Star
The Spokane captain earned league honors after recording five points and his first professional hat trick.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Hockey
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The Western Hockey League named Spokane Chiefs captain Chase Harrington player of the week following a dominant performance. Harrington recorded five points and his first WHL career hat trick during a week in which the Chiefs won two home games.
Why it matters
Harrington is performing at a high level early in the 2026-27 season, currently pacing to surpass all personal season-high statistics from his previous three years. His development is central to the Chiefs sitting at the top of the league power rankings.
Harrington has recorded 15 total points through eight games, while the Chiefs maintain a 25% power play success rate and an 86.8% penalty kill success rate. The team currently holds an 8-1-0-0 record for the 2026-27 season.
The players
Chase Harrington
He is the captain of the Spokane Chiefs and was selected 36th overall in the 2026 NHL draft by the Calgary Flames.
Spokane Chiefs
This major junior ice hockey team competes in the Western Hockey League and is based in Spokane, Washington.
The details
Harrington spearheaded the Chiefs offense in a 7-1 victory over the Everett Silvertips and a shootout win against the Seattle Thunderbirds. The captain is now widely recognized for his high-scoring week ending October 18, which bolstered the team to a fourth-place standing in the Canadian Hockey League major juniors power rankings.
Timeline
October 18, 2026 marks the end of the week for the player of the week award.
October 30, 2026 is the date Chase Harrington turns 19.
Season Trajectory
Harrington is proving his professional potential following his selection in the 2026 NHL draft. This early dominance reinforces the Spokane Chiefs status as a top-tier contender in the WHL power rankings this season.
Harrington leads the Chiefs with 15 points through eight games, providing significant value for those tracking his progression toward an NHL career with the Calgary Flames. The Chiefs current 8-1-0-0 record solidifies their position at the top of the WHL power rankings.
The takeaway
Harrington is demonstrating elite offensive output that exceeds his prior career benchmarks. His ability to produce points across both even-strength and power-play scenarios is a primary driver of the team success.
Further reading
Find more updates and coverage on the Spokane Hockey section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Spokesman Review.
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