Chiefs Host Giants Friday for First Home Game of 2026

Published on January 2, 2026 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Spokane Chiefs News Release

Spokane, Wash. - The Spokane Chiefs host the Vancouver Giants in their first home game of 2026 Friday night. The teams haven't faced each other since December 14, when Vancouver came away with an 8-4 victory.

TIME: 7:05 p.m.

LOCATION: Numerica Veterans Arena

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PROMO: Fred Meyer Wall Calendar Giveaway presented by 95.3 KPND

JERSEY COLOR: Blue

LISTEN: 103.5 FM The Game (pre-game show starts at 6:30 p.m.) - Listen online.

WATCH: Victory+

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Western Hockey League Stories from January 2, 2026

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• Warriors to Start 2026 against the Tigers - Moose Jaw Warriors
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