Nanaimo, BC: The Vernon Vipers aim to get back on track and rediscover the consistent effort that has fueled their success as they take on the Powell River Kings tonight in Powell River. Both teams are eager for a win, making this matchup a pivotal one.
The Vipers enter tonight’s contest with an 8-11-4 record, while the Kings sit at 4-15-2-1. Despite recent struggles, Vernon remains competitive, going 4-4-2 in their last 10 games and 5-7-1 on the road. Powell River, however, has been in a slump, posting a 2-7-0-1 record over their last 10 games and 3-9-2 on home ice.
Vernon is coming off a tough 5-2 loss last night against the Nanaimo Clippers. Landon MacDonald and Lucas Brennan found the scoresheet for the Vipers, while goaltender Jari Kykkanen made 27 saves on 32 shots.
Will Schumacher continues to be a key offensive contributor, adding an assist last night to bring his season totals to 8 goals and 14 assists in 21 games.
The Kings are hoping to shake off a four-game losing streak, highlighted by a lopsided 8-1 defeat last Saturday against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. In that game, Noah Samanski scored the lone goal for Powell River. Vincent Lamberti started in net, stopping 8 of 12 shots before being relieved by Cooper Flemming, who made 24 saves on 28 shots.
Wyatt Davis leads the Kings in scoring with 2 goals and 14 assists, and his play will be crucial if Powell River hopes to turn things around tonight.
Catch all the action live starting at 4:45 PM with the pregame show on 107.5 Beach Radio or Vernon Matters. Fans can also stream the game on FloHockey.
Faceoff is set for 5:00 PM. Don’t miss it as the Vipers look to return to their winning ways.
