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Winterhawks Weekly: Back in First Place

January 29, 2024 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Portland Winterhawks News Release


The Winterhawks reclaimed first place in the WHL's Western Conference with three wins in three nights last weekend - all against divisional foes. Wins over Tri-City, Spokane and Seattle have the Winterhawks cruising with 65 points heading into another busy stretch of four games in five nights this weekend!

Hot Hawks:

Forward James Stefan picked up an assist on Friday, then scored twice to help the Winterhawks beat Spokane on Saturday. Stefan has recorded five multi-point performances in 10 games this month and ranks second on the team with 30 goals.

Forward Nate Danielson recorded four assists across last week's three games and has found the scoresheet in all six games played as a Winterhawk. The Detroit Red Wings first-rounder is up two goals, five assists and seven points in that span.

Forward Gabe Klassen earned first-star honors with two goals in Friday's win over Tri-City, then followed up with an assist in Spokane. The Hawks' captain ranks fifth in WHL scoring with 76 points in 45 games.

Defenseman Luca Cagnoni led all Winterhawks in scoring for the second straight week, notching five points (1G, 4A) in three games. Cagnoni also entered the top 10 in Winterhawks history in both assists (126) and points (162) by a defenseman.

Defenseman Tyson Jugnauth posted one assist on Friday, then starred in Sunday's win over Seattle with three points, including the game-winning goal. Jugnauth has 18 points in 18 games with the Winterhawks since joining the team in December.

Play of the Week:

How good was Tyson Jugnauth on Sunday? The Seattle Kraken prospect has been in fine form since joining the Winterhawks, averaging a point-per-game pace through 18 contests, and bagged his second three-point showing with two assists and this game-winner against the T-Birds!

Weekly Rewind:

Portland 5 at Tri-City 4 (Friday):

Two goals from Gabe Klassen and 23 saves from Nick Avakyan helped the Winterhawks hold off the Tri-City Americans 3-2 at Toyota Center on Friday night.

Portland 5 at Spokane 4 (Saturday):

A fast start and stingy defense down the stretch helped the Winterhawks hold off the Spokane Chiefs for a 5-4 win on the road on Saturday.

Portland 4 vs. Seattle 1 (Sunday):

Tyson Jugnauth led the way with his second three-point performance of the year as the Winterhawks cruised past the Seattle Thunderbirds 4-1 to complete a three-game weekend sweep.

The Week Ahead:

Four games highlight another action-packed slate, with three on home ice!

First up, a midweek matchup with Kelowna on Wednesday. Puck drop is set for 7:00 P.M. as the Winterhawks look to remain unbeaten against the Rockets this year.

Then, the Hawks and Rockets drop the puck on a Friday night rematch to kick off another three-in-three weekend. Friday night's contest will also feature the rescheduled Pride Night activities, including game-night sweaters! See you there!

Portland then heads north for another Battle with Seattle, this time back up in Kent at 6:05 P.M. on Saturday, before returning home for Hawks Fight Cancer night on Sunday against Tri-City at 5:00 P.M. The Hawks have teamed up with Sunset High School's "Cram the Stands" initiative to make this an unforgettable night - click here for more details!

Upcoming Promo Nights:

Friday, February 2 - Pride Night - BUY TICKETS

Sunday, February 4 - Hawks Fight Cancer Night - BUY TICKETS

Saturday, February 10 - Black Hockey History Night - BUY TICKETS

Saturday, February 17 - Mascot Night - BUY TICKETS

PLUS - did you hear the big news? The Portland/Seattle rivalry is climbing to new heights with the "Battle on the Sound" - a regularly scheduled road game on March 17 against the Thunderbirds will now be played at Climate Pledge Arena, home of the Seattle Kraken! See you there!

- Tickets for the 2023-24 season are on sale NOW! With single-game seats, season tickets, flex packs, group tickets and more, there's an option for every fan.

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