The Kelowna Rockets will face off against the Prince George Cougars on December 17, marking their final game before the Christmas break. After hosting the Cougars, the Rockets will resume play on December 28 against the Kamloops Blazers, followed by two road games in Vancouver and Wenatchee. The Cougars, having navigated a weekend split against Portland and Spokane, will aim to capitalize on their recent form. Meanwhile, the Rockets will be without several key players due to national team commitments and injuries.
By the Numbers
- Caden Price has been named to Canada’s National Junior Team for the upcoming World Juniors.
- Tij Iginla had 14 goals and 32 points in 21 games before undergoing season-ending hip surgery.
State of Play
- The Rockets have recalled Eli Barrett and Lachlan Staniforth to fill in for their missing players.
- The Cougars’ Koehn Ziemmer has scored 22 goals in 24 games since returning from injury.
What’s Next
Following the game against the Cougars, the Rockets will prepare for a series of games that could impact their season standings, including crucial matchups right after the holiday break.
Bottom Line
The Rockets need to secure a win against the Cougars to boost morale and maintain momentum heading into the second half of the season, especially with their current injuries and team changes.
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