NHL entry draft

Two Rockets picked in NHL entry draft

KELOWNA - Two members of the Kelowna Rockets were drafted on day two of the 2014 NHL Entry Draft in Philadelphia. Justin Kirkland was selected in the third round (62nd overall) by the Nashville Predators while Rourke Chartier was chosen by the San Jose Sharks in the 5th round (149). Kirkland, a 17-year old native...

Vernon Viper picked in NHL entry draft

VERNON – Vernon Vipers' forward Liam Coughlin was picked by Edmonton in the NHL entry draft Saturday.  The Oilers grabbed Coughlin 130 in the fifth round. The South Boston, Mass. native had 18 goals and 45 points for the Vipers last season. The 19-year-old is a big guy at 6’ 3” and 201 lbs. To contact...