Post Falls's Hughes signs with Chiefs
Courtesy photo Bear Hughes, center, of Post Falls, signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Spokane Chiefs.
SPOKANE — Post Falls native Bear Hughes has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Spokane Chiefs.
“Bear has made huge strides this year in his development,” Chiefs general manager Scott Carter said. “Kudos to (head coach) Mike Bay and the Spokane Braves. We are excited to officially welcome Bear to the Chiefs organization.”
Hughes, a 2001-born forward, currently plays for the Spokane Braves of the KIJHL. He ranks first among all KIJHL rookies and fourth overall in scoring with 59 points (39 goals, 20 assists) in 38 games. Hughes has recorded four hat tricks including a season-high six-point effort (four goals, two assists) in September.
“It’s always a good thing to add players with his kind of skill set,” Carter said. “The fact that Bear is a local product is a bonus.”
Hughes attends Immaculate Conception Academy in Post Falls. Though he is not expected to join the Chiefs immediately, he will be eligible to join the team as an Affiliated Player following the completion of the Braves’ 2018-19 season.