COLUMBUS – Owen Sillinger joined an elite group of former Bemidji State men’s hockey players on Thursday night. The Regina, Saskatchewan native made his National Hockey League debut for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Sillinger played for the Beavers from 2018-22, recording 51 goals and 70 assists in 134 games.

What: The Portland Winterhawks (22-14-2-1) take on the Regina Pats (11-21-4-2) in Western Hockey League action. When: Saturday, January 11, 4PM PST (6pm CST.) Where: The Brandt Centre, Regina, Saskatchewan. Watch: You can stream the game via the CHL TV pay per view (about US$7.50 for one game).