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    Adam Kierszenblat
    Adam Kierszenblat
    Apr 23, 2025, 19:09
    Spokane Chiefs vs Victoria Royals (Photo Credit: Larry Brunt/Spokane Chiefs/WHL)

    Welcome to this edition of THN's 2025 WHL Playoffs Daily Recap. This recurring article will provide summaries of action from the WHL post-season throughout the playoffs. Here is a look at the two games from April 22.

    Portland Winterhawks 4, Everett Silvertips 2
    Portland Win Series 4-3

    Despite being down 2-0 in the series, the Portland Winterhawks fought all the way back, eventually upsetting the number one-seeded Everett Silvertips. Kyle McDonough scored the series-winning goal in Game 7, as he beat Raiden LeGall 8:07 into the third period. This Winterhawks team is starting to feel like a team of destiny, as they are headed back to the Western Conference Final for the second straight season.

    3 Stars:
    Not Available

    Spokane Chiefs 5, Victoria Royals 4 (2OT)
    Spokane Win Series 4-2

    Joining Portland in the final this year will be the Spokane Chiefs, who defeated the Victoria Royals 5-4 in double overtime during Game 6. Andrew Cristall played here as he scored on the power play with just under two minutes remaining in the second overtime. The Chiefs and Winterhawks will kick off their series on Friday, with Spokane serving as the host team.

    3 Stars:
    Spokane: Shea Van Olm- 3 Goals, 1 Assist
    Spokane: Andrew Cristall- 1 Goal, 3 Assists
    Spokane: Berkly Catton- 3 Assists

    Wednesday, April 23 Games:
    Lethbridge @ Calgary- 7:00 pm MT.

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