EVERETT — It felt as if the Everett Silvertips were playing in “eff it” mode.

The WHL leaders in wins (24), points (51) and points percentage (.850) have steamrolled through the first half of their schedule this season, scoring four or more goals in 19 out of 30 games and winning by a three-plus goal margin in 12.

So when the Silvertips fell behind by two goals on three separate occasions in the first 22 minutes against the Spokane Chiefs at Angel of the Winds Arena on Saturday, it was almost as if they were toying with their U.S. Division rival.

Of course, they weren’t. Not purposely, at least. But after outshooting the Chiefs 23-7 in the first period and dominating possession, the game never felt out of hand despite the deficits, including when it became 4-2 early in the second period

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