Vernon, BC: The Vernon Vipers return home looking to snap a seven-game winless skid, and they’ll do it in front of family as Parents Weekend kicks off a short two-game homestand at Kal Tire Place.
Vernon Vipers (3-10-4-0)
The Vipers picked up one of four points on a challenging Alberta swing, highlighted by a 5–4 OT effort in Spruce Grove. They showed plenty of resilience again in Brooks, clawing back before falling 6–4.
Trending Up:
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Deagan McMillan powered the offence last weekend with 3 goals and an assist.
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Powerplay: A major breakthrough — 6-for-17 on the trip.
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Penalty Kill: Perfect at 8-for-8.
Vernon’s top scorers entering tonight:
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Edvin Nilsson – 2G, 12A, 14PTS
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Deagan McMillan – 6G, 6A, 12PTS
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Tyler Chiovetti – 4G, 8A, 12PTS
Salmon Arm Silverbacks (9-6-2-1)
The Silverbacks have had an up-and-down first half but are coming off a split weekend vs Trail at home (4-2 L, 2-1 W).
Team Leaders:
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Liam Bursaw – 7G, 5A, 12PTS
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Luke Lepper – 1G, 11A, 12PTS
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Keifer Miller – 6G, 6A, 12PTS
In Goal:
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Daniel Dirracolo continues to carry the load with strong numbers — .910 SV% and 2.61 GAA, ranking 7th in the BCHL in minutes played.
Head-to-Head
This is Meeting #2 of 7 this season.
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Vernon won the first matchup 3–2 in OT on October 17 — Evan Sundar scored the winner.
