The Wenatchee Wild have released their 2026 preseason hockey schedule, featuring a total of 56 games leaguewide, including five rookie matchups. Fans can look forward to an early glimpse of their team with a top player rookie game against the Tri-City Americans on August 31, offering free admission. The preseason includes the Wild's Kids鈥� Day game against Tri-City on September 5, followed by three more games, including the first-ever preseason game against a Canadian team. The Wild will close the preseason with two games at Toyota Arena in Kennewick against Seattle and Tri-City.

By the Numbers
  • 56 preseason games scheduled across the league.
  • 5 rookie games, including one featuring top young players on August 31.
State of Play
  • Wenatchee's Kids鈥� Day game is set for September 5, 2026, at 6 p.m.
  • The preseason concludes with two games at Toyota Arena on September 11 and 13.
What's Next

The WHL is finalizing its regular-season schedule, expected to be announced soon. Meanwhile, season tickets and three-game packs for the 2026-27 season are already on sale.

Bottom Line

The early release of the preseason schedule highlights the Wenatchee Wild's commitment to engaging fans, setting an exciting tone for the upcoming season and offering ample opportunities for community involvement.