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WHL Roundup: Dach, Szturc-led Rockets defeat Silvertips 5-2

EVERETT, Wash. — Colton Dach and Gabriel Szturc each scored two goals as the Kelowna Rockets defeated the Everett Silvertips 5-2 on Sunday. It is the second time Kelowna has topped Everett since Nov.

EVERETT, Wash. — Colton Dach and Gabriel Szturc each scored two goals as the Kelowna Rockets defeated the Everett Silvertips 5-2 on Sunday.

It is the second time Kelowna has topped Everett since Nov. 25, with the Rockets winning the previous matchup 4-2 on the road as well.

Max Graham added the other goal for Kelowna (10-12-2). Jari Kykkanen made 44 saves.

Ben Hemmerling and Ryan Hofer replied for Everett (14-10-1). Braden Holt stopped 23-of-27 shots.

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HITMEN 5 WARRIORS 3

CALGARY — Carter Yakemchuk scored the winning goal and insurance marker as Calgary (13-7-3-1) came on late to defeat Moose Jaw (18-10-0). Tied at 3-3 entering the third, Yakemchuk netted the winner at 7:55 of the frame and the second at 10:08, both on the power play.

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COUGARS 6 GIANTS 3

LANGLEY, B.C. — Caden Brown notched two goals and one assist as Prince George (13-11-0) cruised past Vancouver (10-11-3-2). The Giants jumped out to a 3-1 lead at 13:31 of the second period before the Cougars mounted a comeback.

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PATS 8 OIL KINGS 2

EDMONTON — Easton Armstrong recorded a hat trick, Connor Bedard had a goal and four assists and Regina (14-12-1-1) handily defeated Edmonton (4-22-1). Borya Valis added two goals and one assist while Tanner Howe notched a goal and three assists in the Pats' second win in a row. 

This roundup was generated automatically with a CP-developed application.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 4, 2022.

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