Chiefs start Spokane dates with 3-2 rivalry win
New captain Chase Harrington contributed to every Spokane goal against Tri-City.
A crowd of 9,057 watched Spokane defeat the Tri-City Americans 3-2 during Saturday night’s first Chiefs game at Numerica Veterans Arena this season. Before play began, Calgary Flames prospect Chase Harrington received the captain’s role. Owen Martin, Rhett Sather, Marek Howell and Gavin Burcar were selected as alternates.
Harrington put Spokane ahead only 3:42 into the contest after collecting an unclaimed puck and skating in alone against Xavier Wendt. Lukas Lima later evened the score for Tri-City. During the second period, Tyus Sparks restored Spokane’s advantage at 7:50, scoring with help from Harrington and Burcar. David Huk answered for the Americans while Tri-City was short a player. Nathan Mayes then sent the eventual deciding shot through a busy area near the net. His goal came with 1:18 left in the period.
Goalie Carter Esler preserved the lead by turning away seven third-period attempts, bringing his total to 21 saves. Harrington added a fight with Dylan LeBret early in that period, completing his night with one goal, two assists and the fight. Spokane is now 2-0 and next travels for three games: two in Portland, followed by an Oct. 4 visit to Everett.
- Spokane’s penalty killers faced eight Tri-City power plays.
- The Chiefs converted one of three power-play chances.
- Lethbridge visits Spokane on Friday, Oct. 9.
- Schedule magnets go to the first 3,000 fans that night.
Source: KXLY ↗
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