Kelowna Rockets vs Calgary Hitmen – Schedule & Where to Watch on TV

Result
5:2
16/01/2026 at 22:05 (Time Zone – GMT-5 (America/New_York))
  • WHL

Key Moments

Here there are
  • 1st Period (1 - 0)
  • 09:07, 1 - 0, Wetsch C. (G), Alcos P. (A), Iginla T. (A2)
  • 2nd Period (1 - 2)
  • 06:07, 2 - 0, Folstrom O. (G), Corbet N. (A), Leslie M. (A2)
  • 11:40, 2 - 1, Vanek B. (G), Hamilton C. (A), Aura H. (A2)
  • 13:00, 2 - 2, Vanek B. (G), Jundt K. (A), Aura H. (A2)
  • 3rd Period (3 - 0)
  • 04:04, 3 - 2, Gojsic H. (G), Wetsch C. (A), Iginla T. (A2)
  • 16:27, 4 - 2, Wetsch C. (G), Iginla T. (A), Halaburda T. (A2)
  • 18:31, 5 - 2, Alcos P. (G), Smith S. (A),

Chances of winning


Kelowna Rockets
48.3%
Draw
20.7%
Calgary Hitmen
31%

Initial Probability

(when we started the analysis)
34.9% 21% 44%

Our Initial ML Estimation

37.5% 22.5% 41%


Analysis of Changes in Winning Probabilities:

  • Kelowna Rockets has improved its chances compared to the initial analysis. (+13.4%)
  • Note: This is a significant improvement in prediction, suggesting increased confidence in Kelowna Rockets's performance.
  • Calgary Hitmen has seen a decrease in its chances compared to the initial analysis. (-13%)
  • Note: This is a significant drop in prediction, and Calgary Hitmen might be facing challenges that affect their performance.
  • ML Model estimates a lower probability for Kelowna Rockets than the current prediction. (-10.8%)
  • Note: The ML model's lower estimate suggests that there may be underlying issues with Kelowna Rockets that the model has picked up on.
  • ML Model estimates a higher probability for Calgary Hitmen than the current prediction. (+10%)
  • Note: The ML model's higher estimate suggests that Calgary Hitmen could outperform expectations, possibly based on recent matchups or player stats.
  • Kelowna Rockets - Calgary Hitmen Odds

    1 X 2 Marga
    Avarage Now
    (Initially)
    1.89
    (2.66)
    4.41
    (4.42)
    2.95
    (2.11)
    9.5%
    (7.6%)
    Preview Facts
    • A great opportunity to watch a clash of neighbouring teams in the table (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ WHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ WHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals))
    • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kelowna won 2.
    • Kelowna has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 3 wins).
    • Calgary is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
    • Kelowna may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
    • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
    • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Kelowna won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 51:53. (average 3.2:3.3).
    • Including home matches between the teams, Kelowna won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 31:24. (average 3.9:3).
    What were the results of their latest head-to-head matches?
    The latest head-to-head matches between Kelowna Rockets - Calgary Hitmen were as follows:
    02.03.2025 Calgary Hitmen - Kelowna Rockets 7:0
    30.12.2023 Kelowna Rockets - Calgary Hitmen 7:6
    26.02.2023 Calgary Hitmen - Kelowna Rockets 2:3
    WHL Table
    2025/26

    Western Conference
    PlWWOLOLPts
    1Everett Silvertips ✔ 6244837274:150107
    2Penticton Vees ✔ 62356813246:17290
    3Kelowna Rockets ✔ 63314919247:21079
    4Prince George Cougars ✔ 622810222226:17978
    5Kamloops Blazers622351222243:23168
    6Spokane Chiefs62275129200:19665
    7Portland Winterhawks62235628215:24062
    8Seattle Thunderbirds61233926203:22561
    9Victoria Royals61197827192:23460
    10Tri-City Americans62188531171:22057
    11Vancouver Giants63168336183:25951
    12Wenatchee Wild62185534174:21951


    Eastern Conference
    PlWWOLOLPts
    1Prince Albert Raiders ✔ 63425610281:160100
    2Medicine Hat Tigers ✔ 63369810313:19498
    3Edmonton Oil Kings ✔ 62355517263:19785
    4Calgary Hitmen ✔ 62305918225:19279
    5Brandon Wheat Kings ✔ 62307124248:22075
    6Saskatoon Blades ✔ 63266625207:20870
    7Regina Pats61195829218:25656
    8Red Deer Rebels62186434176:23352
    9Moose Jaw Warriors63175734220:27551
    10Lethbridge Hurricanes62125342179:28937
    11Swift Current Broncos6394842165:31034

          Promotion ~ WHL (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)

    Clinched Spots for Teams
    Everett Silvertips is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Penticton Vees is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Kelowna Rockets is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Prince George Cougars is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Prince Albert Raiders is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Medicine Hat Tigers is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Edmonton Oil Kings is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Calgary Hitmen is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Brandon Wheat Kings is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)
    Saskatoon Blades is Qualified for WHL (Play Offs 1/8~finals)