Kelowna Rockets host red-hot Victoria Royals tonight

The Kelowna Rockets have a chance to settle some unfinished business tonight when the Victoria Royals visit Prospera Place.

Victoria arrives on a four-game winning streak, while Kelowna has earned points in 12 of its last 13 games. The Rockets are coming off an 8-5 win over Moose Jaw on Tuesday.

It’s the third meeting between the B.C. Division rivals this season. Victoria won both games on Vancouver Island last month, including a 5-4 shootout victory after trailing 4-1, followed by a 4-1 win.

Kelowna will be looking for a different result on home ice and could get a boost from captain Rowan Guest, who is listed as day-to-day. Guest hasn’t played since Oct. 17 and could make his first appearance since being named the 31st captain in franchise history.

The Rockets’ offence is coming alive. Jacob Henderson had five assists against Moose Jaw, becoming the first Kelowna defenceman since 2015 to record a five-point game. Jakub Frolo and Cole Braunshausen scored twice each, while Henderson leads the team with 17 points.

Victoria is led by Cameron Schmidt, who has 23 points, including 13 goals. He was a key contributor in both wins over Kelowna last month.

Special teams could be a factor. Kelowna’s power play is operating at 28.57 per cent at home, while Victoria’s sits at 23.46 per cent overall.

The Royals will also be playing their second game in as many nights after visiting Kamloops on Friday.