The Western Hockey League is headed back to the Territories.
Accounced by the WHL on Tuesday, the Kelowna Rockets and Medicine Hat Tigers will do battle in Gavin McKenna's home of Whitehorse, Y.T. from September 11-14. The two teams will play two pre-season games, both at Takhini Arena. This marks the first time the league has ventured this far north since February of 2011, where the Kamloops Blazers defeated the Vancouver Giants by a score of 3-2.
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The Dub is coming to Whitehorse!
The WHL Yukon Showcase presented by @CasinoMining will feature the @tigershockey and @Kelowna_Rockets taking the ice for two pre-season contests at Takhini Arena.
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Proceeds from the 2025 WHL Yukon Showcase will benefit Sport Yukon’s Recreation Fund to support families in the territory with an opportunity for funding so that all children can participate in sport and recreational activities.
“The WHL is incredibly excited to journey to Whitehorse for WHL pre-season action featuring the Medicine Hat Tigers and the 2026 Memorial Cup-host Kelowna Rockets,” said WHL Commissioner Dan Near. “Fans can look forward to world-class WHL hockey, while our players benefit from an enriching experience visiting the Yukon. We extend our gratitude to (event co-chair) Scott Kent and his committee for their enthusiasm in welcoming the WHL.”
"Hosting the WHL Yukon Showcase is a proud moment for our community and a great opportunity for Yukoners to experience top-tier junior hockey while supporting initiatives that make sports accessible for children in the territory,” said Casin Mining Corp. Vice President, Environmental & Community Affairs, Shena Shaw. “We’re excited to see a hometown hero take to the ice and look forward to a memorable event for everyone. The WHL’s visit will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on our community, showcasing the talent and spirit that make the Yukon such a special place.”
The event will also host multiple minor hockey clinics, as well as a "Meet the Teams" gathering put on by the WHL, the Yukon Minor Hockey Association, and the Whitehorse Oldtimers Hockey Association.
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