In a pivotal match on January 8, 2026, the Melville Millionaires faced off against the Kindersley Klippers in Regina, SK. Matt Spencer-Dahl showcased exceptional skill by stopping all 25 shots from the opposition, leading his team to a 1-0 victory. This match marked Spencer-Dahl’s second shutout of the season, a remarkable feat considering he has only played six games and conceded just seven goals.
Key Moments and Player Highlights
The sole goal of the game was scored by Yibin Yoo, ensuring that the Millionaires moved into contention for a playoff spot. They are now tied with the Humboldt Broncos for the eighth and final playoff position, although the Broncos have two games in hand.
Battlefords North Stars Rise
In a contrasting match that same evening, the North Battleford North Stars pulled off a thrilling comeback against the Weyburn Red Wings. After trailing 3-1 and later 4-2, the North Stars triumphed with a score of 9-5. Notable contributions came from forwards Anthony Campbell and Josh Knittig, each scoring two goals and providing two assists. On the other side, Weyburn’s Will Munro stood out with five assists despite the loss.
- Melville Millionaires: 1
- Kindersley Klippers: 0
- Battleford North Stars: 9
- Weyburn Red Wings: 5
The North Stars have scored an impressive 19 goals over three games in 2026 and demonstrated resilience by winning their last four matches.
Upcoming Fixtures and Trade Deadline
The league’s schedule continues with critical matches on January 9, 2026:
- Warman Wolverines @ Estevan Bruins: 7:00 P.M. ST
- Melfort Mustangs @ Yorkton Terriers: 7:00 P.M. ST
- Weyburn Red Wings @ Battleford North Stars: 7:30 P.M. ST
- Nipawin Hawks @ Humboldt Broncos: 7:30 P.M. ST
- Melville Millionaires @ Kindersley Klippers: 7:30 P.M. ST
- Flin Flon Bombers @ La Ronge Ice Wolves: 7:30 P.M. ST
These matches are crucial as they are the final games before the upcoming Trade Deadline on January 10, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. ST.
