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Two forwards chosen in CHL Import Draft
The Kelowna Rockets added two forwards in the 2026 CHL Import Draft, selecting 2007-born Jakub Frolo 33rd overall in the first round before taking 2009-born Petr Hörnig 173rd overall in the third round."We're excited about the players we were able to add today," said President & General Manager Bruce...
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Owen Hayden sent to T-Birds
Rockets deal young d-man to Seattle
The Kelowna Rockets and Seattle Thunderbirds, who often meet in the playoffs and also do business off the ice, completed a trade. Kelowna has sent 2009-born defenceman Owen Hayden, a 2026 CHL Import Draft second-round pick (112th overall), and a 2028 fourth-round pick to Seattle. In return, the Rockets receive a 2026 C...
Jun 29, 2026
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Facing off against Kamloops/Penticton
Kelowna Rockets set preseason dates
The Kelowna Rockets have announced a four-game preseason schedule that will give fans their first look at the club ahead of the 2026-27 WHL season.Kelowna will play a home-and-home exhibition series against both the Kamloops Blazers and Penticton Vees as preparations begin for what promises to be an exciting season.The...
Jun 24, 2026
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Short summer
Rockets start season on road
When you play late into May, like the Kelowna Rockets did hosting the 2026 Memorial Cup, the WHL offseason doesn't feel like much of an offseason at all. You blink, and suddenly mid-June is here and the next season is already taking shape.On Wednesday, the Rockets got more clarity on the road ahead as the WHL released ...
Jun 17, 2026
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Short term stay
Rockets add defender Dane Sorensen
The Kelowna Rockets have added some size and experience to the back end.The Rockets have acquired the playing rights to 19-year-old defenceman Dane Sorensen from the Victoria Royals in exchange for a conditional 2030 fifth-round pick and a conditional 2027 sixth-rounder originally owned by Seattle.The 6-foot-1, 183-pou...
Jun 15, 2026
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