The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) playoffs are intensifying as three championship series unfold across the nation. The Kitchener Rangers are poised to secure the J. Ross Robertson Cup by sweeping the Barrie Colts. A victory in Game 4 of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Championship Series would also secure their place in the 2026 Memorial Cup in Kelowna. Meanwhile, in the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), the Chicoutimi Saguenéens and Moncton Wildcats square off in a pivotal Game 3, while the Western Hockey League (WHL) features a crucial battle between the Everett Silvertips and Prince Albert Raiders.
Kitchener Rangers Close In on OHL Championship
The Kitchener Rangers lead the OHL Championship Series 3-0 after a thrilling 4-3 double-overtime victory over the Barrie Colts. This victory places them just one win away from their first OHL title since the 2007-08 season.
- Game 3 Highlights:
- Sam O’Reilly opened the scoring with a goal in the first period.
- Emil Hemming tied the game for Barrie in the third period.
- Dylan Edwards scored the overtime winner, completing his two-goal, two-assist performance.
- Key Players:
- Dylan Edwards: 2 goals, 2 assists in Game 3.
- O’Reilly: Leading scorer with 16 goals and 27 points in the playoffs.
- Christian Kirsch: 36 saves, improving his record to 15-2.
Fans can watch Kitchener attempt to clinch the title live at 7 p.m. ET on TSN4, TSN.ca, and the TSN App.
QMJHL Championship Series: Chicoutimi vs. Moncton
In the QMJHL, the Chicoutimi Saguenéens host the Moncton Wildcats for Game 3, tied 1-1 in the series. Chicoutimi leveled the matchup with a narrow 3-2 victory in Game 2.
- Game 2 Recap:
- Liam Lefebvre scored the decisive goal with only 3:08 left in the third period.
- Goal contributions came from Jordan Tourigny and Alexis Bernier.
- Players to Watch:
- Maxim Masse: 6 goals, 22 points in playoffs.
- Lucas Beckman: 25 saves, improving record to 13-3.
Game 4 is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET, also available on TSN2, TSN.ca, and the TSN App.
WHL Championship Series Preview
The Everett Silvertips and Prince Albert Raiders are set to clash in a crucial Game 4 of the WHL Championship Series. After losing Game 1, Everett equalized the series with a commanding 6-2 win in Game 2.
- Game 2 Highlights:
- Julius Miettinen led the way with a goal and three assists.
- Carter Bear scored twice, aiding in the victory.
- Injury and Suspension Updates:
- Daxon Rudolph: Suspended one game, leading scorer for Raiders.
- Anders Miller: 37 saves, elevating his record to 13-2.
Fans can catch the action live at 9:30 p.m. ET on TSN3, TSN.ca, and the TSN App.
