Thunder Announce Two Exhibition Games vs. Tulsa

WICHITA, Kan. (Aug. 26) - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers and American Hockey League's Bakersfield Condors, are excited to announce two exhibition games, both starting at 7 p.m., on October 15 and 16 at the Wichita Ice Center against the Tulsa Oilers. 

The Thunder haven't played an exhibition game since the 2019-20 season, which was also against the Oilers. 

Wichita and Tulsa have met 15 times in preseason action with the Thunder holding an edge in the series, 8-5-2. Tulsa won the last meeting on October 7, 2019 by a 2-1 final in overtime.

Overall, Wichita is 21-22-4 in preseason games and holds an all-time record of 16-7-4 at home. The Thunder have played nine-straight preseason contests in the Air Capital with the last three coming against the Oilers.

Tickets are just $15 for general admission seating and are on sale now. Doors open at 6 p.m. Season ticket holders will be allowed in 15 minutes ahead of the general public, at 5:45 p.m. To purchase tickets, click HERE.

The Thunder will open their home schedule on Friday, October 29 against the Utah Grizzlies and close home-opening weekend on Saturday, October 30 as the Wheeling Nailers make their first-ever trip to the Air Capital. 

Season tickets for the 2021-22 season are on sale now. October is not far away and the schedule has been announced. Join Thunder Nation today and lock in your seat(s) for all 36 home games at INTRUST Bank Arena. For more information, click HERE.