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Winterhawks Weekly: Points Piling Up; Hall of Fame Induction Ahead

March 13, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Portland Winterhawks News Release


The Winterhawks hit the road for two divisional tilts last week, taking three of four possible points against Spokane and Tri-City over the weekend. A dominant third period fueled Portland's 5-2 win over the Chiefs on Friday, and the resurgent Hawks roared back from a two-goal hole on Saturday to force overtime and take a point in Tri-City.

Coming up, the Hawks hit the ice for three games this week. It all kicks off tomorrow at home against Spokane, then shifts to Seattle on Friday before the Hawks and T-Birds return to the VMC on Saturday for Oregon Hockey History Night and the induction of the Portland Winterhawks Hall of Fame class of 2023!

Hot Hawks:

Forward Josh Zakreski tallied the game-winning goal in Spokane on Friday, then set up Luke Schelter's game-tying goal on Saturday to help the Hawks take three points on the weekend. The rookie is up to 19 points in 61 games this year.

Forward Marcus Nguyen scored in both games last week to push his point streak to four games (3G, 1A). The Calgary, Alta. native has scored in four of his last six games and ranks third in team scoring during the month of March.

Forward Robbie Fromm-Delorme also found twine twice last weekend, netting a double to pace the team's win on Friday. The two goals marked his first career 30-goal season as the Richmond, B.C. product continues a career-best campaign.

Defenseman Luca Cagnoni chipped in a pair of assists in Friday's win and now sits one point shy of 100 for his career. The top 2023 NHL Draft prospect has found the scoresheet in all but one game this month, notching six points in five total contests.

Defenseman Ryder Thompson also set up two goals on Friday for his second multi-point game of the season. Thompson has now matched last season's scoring total in seven fewer games, with 18 points in 51 outings this year.

Play of the Week:

Calm, cool and collected. That's Josh Zakreski as he shows great poise to net the game-winning goal in Spokane on Friday. After Ryder Thompson and Luca Cagnoni cycle the puck around the top of the zone, Zakreski sees his chance and makes no mistake with a top-shelf tuck to put Portland ahead for good. ⤵️

Weekly Rewind:

Portland 5 at Spokane 2 (Friday):

A three-goal third period amidst four unanswered goals saw the Winterhawks win their second straight game, knocking off the Chiefs 5-2 in Spokane on Friday.

Portland 2 at Tri-City 3 OT (Saturday):

Marcus Nguyen and Luke Schelter each scored in the third period to erase a two-goal deficit and help the Winterhawks earn a point, but a Reese Belton penalty shot in overtime sealed a 3-2 victory for the Americans on Saturday.

The Week Ahead:

Hall of Fame induction week is here!

But before we get to the festivities on the weekend, a pair of games highlight the early-week slate. The Hawks are back on home ice tomorrow night against the Spokane Chiefs - puck drops at 7:00, and doors open at 6:00. Get here early and be one of the first 500 in the doors to collect the next set of Winterhawks trading cards!

Then, on Friday, the Winterhawks open the front end of a home-and-home in Kent against the Thunderbirds. Catch that game on Portland's CW starting at 7:00!

Finally, the big night arrives on Saturday! We're celebrating the 40th anniversary of our 1983 Memorial Cup Championship team by inducting four members of the club into the Portland Winterhawks Hall of Fame - Randy Heath, Cam Neely, Grant Sasser and Ken Yaremchuk. Additionally, Neely's #21 is set to be raised to the rafters as the first number retired by the Winterhawks. Doors open at 5:00 P.M. and the on-ice ceremony is expected to begin around 6:00 P.M. - arrive early to make sure you're in your seat for all the fun!

Upcoming Promo Nights:

Saturday, March 18 - Oregon Hockey History Night & Hall of Fame Induction - Learn More - BUY TICKETS

Tuesday, March 21 - Fan Appreciation Night - BUY TICKETS

Friday, March 24 - Jersey Off Their Backs Night - Learn More - BUY TICKETS

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Honor Winterhawks legends at Oregon Hockey History Night on March 18!

Celebrate the 40th anniversary of our 1983 Memorial Cup victory with members of the club, including four who will be inducted into the team's Hall of Fame at the game! Randy Heath, Cam Neely, Grant Sasser and Ken Yaremchuk will each join the elite club, and Neely's #21 will be raised to the rafters as the first number to be retired by the Winterhawks!

Tickets are selling fast for this Battle with Seattle - get yours today!

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