Chiefs Central: Spokane Chiefs Podcast

Despite playing without starting goaltender Carter Esler due to a minor injury, the Spokane Chiefs delivered plenty of excitement during a challenging three-game week!In Episode 114 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down Spokane's first meeting of the season with the Kelowna Rockets, where the Chiefs battled their way to a 3-2 overtime victory!Then came another heated weekend against the Portland Winterhawks, and things got CRAZY! Spokane stormed back with FIVE UNANSWERED GOALS in the final 22 minutes to complete an incredible 6-5 comeback victory! We revisit the remarkable turnaround, the players who sparked the rally, and what made this game one to remember.The following night, Spokane came up just short in a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Portland. We discuss how the Chiefs handled Esler's absence between the pipes, highlight the players who stepped up, and share our biggest takeaways from the week.Plus, A REUNION WITH SOME FAMILIAR FACES IN VANCOUVER! 👀 The Chiefs hit the road to take on the Vancouver Giants, where they'll face former Spokane players Mathis Preston and Cam Parr! We preview the matchup, discuss what to expect from the former Chiefs, and highlight the key players to watch as Spokane looks to keep its strong season rolling.An overtime winner, an unbelievable five-goal comeback, and a showdown with some familiar faces on the horizon — there's never a dull moment in Chiefs Country! 🚨👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your favorite moment from the Portland comeback and your predictions for the upcoming matchup against Vancouver!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

A SHOOTOUT HEARTBREAKER, A HUGE WEEK AHEAD, AND CARTER ESLER MAKES IT BACK-TO-BACK! 🔥🏒The Spokane Chiefs faced one of their biggest tests of the season against the Medicine Hat Tigers, and now a challenging stretch of WHL action awaits!In Episode 113 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down Spokane's hard-fought shootout loss to Medicine Hat, discussing the biggest moments, standout performances, and what we learned from the highly anticipated matchup.Plus, CARTER ESLER DOES IT AGAIN! 🥅🔥 The Chiefs netminder has been named WHL Goaltender of the Month for the SECOND consecutive month! We discuss his incredible start to the season, his impact between the pipes, and just how important he's been to Spokane's success.And there's no time to slow down! We look ahead to a busy week for the Chiefs, featuring a matchup against the Kelowna Rockets followed by back-to-back games against the Portland Winterhawks! We preview the upcoming opponents, highlight key players to watch, and discuss what Spokane needs to do to keep its strong start rolling.A battle against Medicine Hat, another major honor for Esler, and three big games on the horizon — there's plenty happening in Chiefs Country! 🚨👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your biggest takeaway from the Medicine Hat game and your predictions for the upcoming week!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

#1 IN THE CHL! THE CHIEFS ARE ON TOP OF THE JUNIOR HOCKEY WORLD! 🔥🏒The Spokane Chiefs have officially claimed the #1 spot in the CHL Top 10 Rankings, and they're giving hockey fans across the country plenty of reasons to take notice!In Episode 112 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn discuss Spokane's rise to the top of the national rankings and recap another impressive weekend that saw the Chiefs take down the Portland Winterhawks in back-to-back games!We break down the biggest moments from the weekend, the players making an impact, and what has made this Chiefs team one of the most exciting squads in junior hockey.Plus, we're looking ahead to a HUGE Friday night showdown against the Medicine Hat Tigers! Who needs to step up? Which players should fans keep their eyes on? And how will the Chiefs stack up against one of the WHL's toughest opponents? We preview what could be one of Spokane's biggest tests of the season!A special THANK YOU to Sim Motion, a driving simulator company, for hooking us up with tickets to Saturday's game in the Lexus Club! We appreciate the support and the incredible experience!The Chiefs are #1, the momentum is building, and a massive matchup is right around the corner. Chiefs Country, this is getting exciting! 🚨👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your thoughts on the #1 ranking and your predictions for Friday's matchup against Medicine Hat!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

THE CHIEFS ARE FIRING ON ALL CYLINDERS! 🔥🏒From an offensive explosion against Everett to a nail-biting shootout in Seattle, the Spokane Chiefs gave fans plenty to talk about this weekend!In Episode 111 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn take a closer look at Spokane's commanding 7-1 victory over the Everett Silvertips and their dramatic 3-2 shootout triumph over the Seattle Thunderbirds.With Rhett Sather and Owen Schoettler out of the lineup, other players are rising to the occasion. We discuss how the Chiefs are navigating those absences, what we saw from Sean Murphy in his WHL debut, and how the team is coming together early in the season.We also spotlight Owen Martin, Carter Esler, and Captain Chase Harrington, who each turned in impressive weeks, and discuss who's making the biggest impact as the season picks up steam.Big goals, clutch performances, and plenty of momentum — there's a lot to be excited about in Chiefs Country! 🚨👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your biggest takeaway from the weekend and which Chiefs player has impressed you the most!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

THE WIN STREAK ENDS — BUT THE CHIEFS BOUNCE RIGHT BACK! 🔥🏒After a historic 5-0 start to the season, the Spokane Chiefs faced their first setback of the year against the Lethbridge Hurricanes — but they didn't waste any time responding!In Episode 110 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down Spokane's first loss of the season and a strong bounce-back performance against the Everett Silvertips on Saturday!We discuss what went wrong against Lethbridge, what the Chiefs did differently against Everett, and the players who stepped up when it mattered most.Plus, Luca Jarvis scores his FIRST WHL GOAL! 🚨 We talk about the exciting milestone, highlight some key players to keep an eye on, and dive into the biggest storylines surrounding the Chiefs as the 2026-27 WHL season rolls on.The perfect start may be over, but the Chiefs are showing they've got plenty of fight left!👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your biggest takeaway from the weekend and which Chiefs players have impressed you most so far!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

Oh yeah — 5-0 and franchise history deserves a much bigger hook. I’d make that the first thing people see:5-0. FRANCHISE HISTORY. THE LAST UNDEFEATED TEAM IN THE WHL. 🔥🏒The Spokane Chiefs just completed a 3-games-in-3-nights weekend SWEEP, and the historic start continues!In Episode 109 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down a massive weekend that saw the Chiefs pick up back-to-back wins over the Portland Winterhawks before finishing the sweep with a victory over the Everett Silvertips.The result? A perfect 5-0 start to the season — the best start in Spokane Chiefs franchise history — and the only undefeated team remaining in the WHL!We talk about what stood out during the three-game grind, the players stepping up, and just how impressive this start has been as the Chiefs continue to find ways to win.Five games. Five wins. History made. 🔥👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your biggest takeaway from the Chiefs’ 5-0 start!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

THE CHIEFS ARE BACK HOME — WITH A NEW CAPTAIN LEADING THE WAY! 🏒🔥In Episode 108 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn talk about the Chiefs’ home opener against the Tri-City Americans and Chase Harrington being named Captain for the 2026-27 season!We share our biggest takeaways from the home opener, the players and moments that stood out, and what we’ve seen from the Chiefs early in the season. Plus, we discuss Harrington earning the “C,” what he brings as a leader, and what his captaincy could mean for this team moving forward.The rivalry is back. The new captain is set. Chiefs hockey is underway in Spokane!👍 Like the video🔔 Subscribe for more Spokane Chiefs coverage💬 Comment your thoughts on the home opener and the new captain!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

THE CHIEFS START THE SEASON WITH A WIN! 🚨🏒Spokane Chiefs hockey is officially back — and the Chiefs opened the new season in dramatic fashion with a 3-2 shootout victory over the Tri-City Americans!In Episode 107 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down everything from the season opener in Tri-City. We recap the biggest moments of the night, the players who stood out, what we liked from Spokane’s first game of the season, and the early takeaways from this year’s Chiefs squad.It took more than 60 minutes to decide this one, but when the dust settled, Spokane walked out of Tri-City with two points and a 1-0 start to the season.What stood out in Game 1? Who impressed us? What can the Chiefs build on moving forward? And what did we learn from our first real look at this team?We’re breaking it all down as the 2026-27 Spokane Chiefs season is officially underway!Thanks for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your biggest takeaway from the season opener!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPod1-0. Two points in the bag. GO CHIEFS GO! 🔴⚪🏒

Chiefs hockey is almost back — and the biggest question is: what kind of season is ahead in Spokane?In Episode 106 of Spokane Chiefs Central, Chad and Elliot Gunn are joined by the voice of the Spokane Chiefs, play-by-play broadcaster Mike Boyle, to break down everything you need to know as the Chiefs get ready for the new WHL season.Who’s ready to break out? Which players should Chiefs fans have their eyes on? What are the biggest strengths of this year’s roster — and what will it take for Spokane to make some noise in the Western Conference?We get Mike’s perspective on the team, discuss some of the players to watch this season, and give our predictions for what this Chiefs team could look like once the puck officially drops.We also dive deeper into the WHL’s new rule changes, how they could change the way games are played this season, and what Chiefs fans should be watching for once those rules are put into action.The offseason is almost over. The roster is taking shape. A new chapter of Spokane Chiefs hockey is about to begin.And who better to help us preview it than the man who calls the action every night?If you’re ready for another season of Chiefs hockey, Episode 106 is one you won’t want to miss!Thanks for watching! Be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment with your predictions for the season and which Chiefs player you think is ready for a breakout year!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGO CHIEFS GO!

Welcome to Spokane Chiefs Central, your home for everything Spokane Chiefs hockey!In Episode 105, Chad and Elliot Gunn break down the Spokane Chiefs’ first two preseason games at the Everett Preseason Tournament. We take a look at who stood out, what we learned from the Chiefs’ first game action of the preseason, and some of the early storylines to watch as the team continues preparing for the upcoming WHL season.We also dive into the latest changes surrounding WHL streaming, including the end of Victory+ as the league’s streaming home and the WHL’s move to YouTube on an interim basis. We discuss what the change means for Chiefs fans, watching games this season, and where WHL streaming could go from here.Every episode of Spokane Chiefs Central brings you the latest Chiefs news, game recaps, player interviews, alumni conversations, and in-depth analysis from two lifelong Chiefs fans and season ticket holders. Whether you've been cheering on the Chiefs for decades or you're just discovering the team, we've got you covered all season long.Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed the episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and leave a comment. Let us know what you thought of the Chiefs’ first preseason action and your thoughts on the WHL’s streaming changes!Follow us on Instagram: @ChiefsCentralPodGo Chiefs Go!