The Chicoutimi Saguenéens are on the brink of capturing their first Gilles-Courteau Trophy since 1994. They face the Moncton Wildcats in Game 6 of the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League finals on Sunday. This match marks Chicoutimi’s first final appearance since 1997, adding to the stakes as a victory will propel them to the Memorial Cup in Kelowna.
Current Series Status
The Saguenéens lead the series 3-2 after an exhilarating Game 5. In this game, Chicoutimi made a remarkable comeback after overcoming a four-goal deficit against Moncton.
Game 5 Highlights
- Chicoutimi trailed 4-0 halfway through the second period.
- The Saguenéens scored six consecutive goals, including an empty-netter.
- Peteris Bulans scored a hat trick and contributed an assist.
- A total of six different players scored for Chicoutimi.
Despite a challenging performance, Ottawa Senators prospect Lucas Beckman led the Saguenéens in goal, maintaining a .915 save percentage throughout the playoffs. On the other hand, the Wildcats’ Teddy Mutryn, a prospect for the San Jose Sharks, also had a strong outing, recording two assists and a goal.
Key Players in the Finals
- Chicoutimi Saguenéens
- Peteris Bulans – hat trick and an assist.
- Anton Linde – three assists.
- Lucas Beckman – leads playoffs with .915 save percentage.
- Moncton Wildcats
- Gabe Smith – goal and two assists.
- Teddy Mutryn – goal and two assists.
- Tommy Bleyl – three assists.
Upcoming Matches
Game 6 is set to kick off at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT. Fans can catch the action live on TSN1, TSN.ca, and the TSN App. Should the series extend to a Game 7, it will take place on Tuesday at the Avenir Centre in Moncton, starting at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT.
Memorial Cup Implications
The winner of the QMJHL final will earn the right to compete in the 2026 Memorial Cup in Kelowna, beginning May 22. Their first matchup in the tournament will be against the Everett Silvertips, who recently claimed the Ed Chynoweth Cup.
