The Braves are the only team in the KIJHL to play in the United States.

They were forced to go on hiatus at the beginning of the 20/21 season due to the US/Canada border closure.

The Spokane Braves primary focus is to move players up to the next level such as the WHL, Junior 'A', and College Hockey.

[1] The club was founded as the Spokane Valley Kings in 1971, finally becoming the Braves in 1985.

[3] Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictions in travel the Spokane Braves did not participate in the KIJHL.