On Saturday, January 24, 2026, hockey fans will witness an exciting matchup between the Ottawa Charge and the Montréal Victoire. This highly anticipated game begins at 2 p.m. ET at Place Bell. Hockey enthusiasts can catch the action live on various platforms, including CBC and the PWHL YouTube channel.
Team Insights: Ottawa Charge and Montréal Victoire
Ottawa Charge Overview
- Current Record: 3 wins, 5 losses, 0 OT losses, 6 OTs (3-5-0-6)
- Points: 19 (5th Place)
- Top Scorer: Brianne Jenner, with 14 points (8 goals, 6 assists) in 14 games
- Last Game: 4-3 overtime victory against the Sirens on January 20
Montréal Victoire Overview
- Current Record: 5 wins, 3 losses, 0 OT losses, 5 OTs (5-3-0-5)
- Points: 21 (4th Place)
- Top Scorer: Marie-Philip Poulin, with 13 points (6 goals, 7 assists) in 13 games
- Last Game: 2-1 overtime win against the Frost on January 21
Season Series and Historical Context
This match marks the second of four meetings in the current season. The Victoire currently leads the series with 3 points against the Charge. Historically, Montréal has a strong record against Ottawa, leading 24-12 in all-time points.
– Previous Meeting:
– January 13: Montréal won 2-1 at Place Bell
– Upcoming Matches:
– March 11 at Ottawa
– March 22 at Ottawa (Winnipeg)
Key Players to Watch
– Brianne Jenner: Leader on the Ottawa Charge, nearing yet another milestone with 25 career goals. She also holds five power-play points, sharing the league lead.
– Marie-Philip Poulin: An essential player for the Victoire, her recent scoring included her 35th career goal. She has been pivotal in close games.
– Sarah Wozniewicz: A rookie sensation for Ottawa, known for her game-winning goals, prominently influencing their recent success in overtime games.
Game Day Highlights
The game will celebrate Kids & Youth Hockey Day, showcasing 29 young girls’ hockey teams. Players from the Victoire will wear their old minor hockey jerseys during their walk-ins to highlight this theme. Additionally, Olympian Mikaël Kingsbury will perform the ceremonial puck drop, bringing further excitement to the event.
Defensive Strategies and Special Teams Performance
Both teams showcase strong special teams strategies. Ottawa leads the league with a power play success rate of 21.4%. In contrast, Montréal boasts an impressive penalty-kill percentage of 91.9%, placing them second in the PWHL behind Boston.
As the Ottawa Charge prepare to face the Montréal Victoire, both teams bring high expectations and a competitive spirit. With critical series points on the line, anticipation builds for this thrilling encounter at Place Bell.
