The Portland Winterhawks have assigned forward Taylor Peters to the Penticton Vees of the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL).

Peters, 17, had appeared in three games this season, and has career totals of six goals and four assists for 10 points in 78 games over three seasons.

“We see this as a great opportunity for Taylor to get quality playing time with a very good program,” said Winterhawks General Manager and Head Coach Mike Johnston.

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