The Kamloops Blazers got off to a blistering start but were ultimately outmatched by the Brandon Wheat Kings, ending in a 6-3 defeat. Goals by JP Hurlbert, Tommy Lafreniere, and Josh Evascheson showcased Kamloops’ early fire, though it wasn’t enough to hold back the Wheat Kings on Thursday night.

Braeden Cootes, captain of the Seattle Thunderbirds, will rejoin the team for the 2025-26 WHL season. After being reassigned by the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday, he is expected to make his season debut on October 17th at the accesso ShoWare Center.

The Western Hockey League announced a significant change in outfitting and equipment sponsorship, partnering with Under Armour and Bauer for the upcoming 2025-26 season. Teams like the Spokane Chiefs will don new uniforms and gear as a result of this league-wide switch.