Surging Sophomore
Guest of honour: Rowan Guest's steady presence on the blueline
Rowan Guest isn't just back for his second year in the WHL, he's a different player entirely. At 19, the Kelowna Rockets defenseman has the experience, confidence, and perspective that comes from surviving the rigors of a rookie season and stepping into a more mature, leadership-driven role. "Oh yeah, definitely a...
Oct 31, 2025
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Kettles is a 2nd-round pick of Penguins
Rockets upgrade with big, powerful d-man
Rockets press release: The Kelowna Rockets have acquired defenseman Peyton Kettles from the Swift Current Broncos in exchange for defenseman Jackson Gillespie, a first-round pick in 2027 (REG), a second-round pick in 2026 (WEN), a second-round pick in 2029, a fourth-round pick in 2026, and a fourth-round pick in 2029. ...
Oct 30, 2025
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RocketFAN
Back, better, and bolder
What makes Tij Iginla tick?
TJ Iginla is back in Kelowna, but this season feels different. Last year, he played just over 20 games before being shut down to undergo surgery on both hips and an ankle. He didn't resume skating until this summer, and now, fully healed, he's ready to chase unfinished business with the Rockets. "Yeah, for sure. I...
Oct 29, 2025
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Thin margins, higher expectations
A fine line between winning and losing
The Kelowna Rockets are 11 games into their season, sitting at 4-5-1-1. Every one of their four wins has been decided by a single goal. Every loss feels close enough to sting. Head coach Derrick Martin isn't concerned, but he's not satisfied, either. "It's not about the panic button at this time," Martin said...
Oct 27, 2025
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Tigers beat Rockets in overtime
Hot start, cold finish
The Kelowna Rockets delivered one of their most complete opening periods of the season, built a two-goal lead, fired 40 shots on net, and still walked away with only a single point in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Medicine Hat Tigers on home ice. For assistant coach Brandon McMillan, the script was painfully familiar. &qu...
Oct 26, 2025
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