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
    Draw
    Play Offs

    1/8-finals
    1Prince Albert Raiders (1)Red Deer Rebels (8)3 : 1
    2Calgary Hitmen (4)Brandon Wheat Kings (5)3 : 0
    3Medicine Hat Tigers (2)Regina Pats (7)3 : 1
    4Edmonton Oil Kings (3)Saskatoon Blades (6)2 : 2
    5Everett Silvertips (1)Portland Winterhawks (8)4 : 0
    6Kelowna Rockets (4)Kamloops Blazers (5)4 : 0
    7Penticton Vees (2)Seattle Thunderbirds (7)3 : 1
    8Prince George Cougars (3)Spokane Chiefs (6)3 : 1