Zachary Bolduc will have a special group of supporters at the Centre Bell for his match against the Buffalo Sabres. His host family from Rimouski will be in attendance, adding to the excitement of the evening.
Excitement in the Stands
Olivier Leblanc, a young fan, shares fond memories of Bolduc’s time playing for the Océanic in the QMJHL between 2019 and 2021. “I’m proud of him; he does everything right,” stated the 13-year-old, proudly wearing Bolduc’s number 76 jersey. Their friendship began when Olivier was just eight years old, and he is now actively playing hockey with the Mistral de Mont-Joli.
A Memorable Journey
Olivier made the trip to Montreal with his friend Florent Bérubé, 12, along with their parents. They traveled over five hours to witness Bolduc play, recalling his previous stints with the Quebec Remparts and the St. Louis Blues. This outing included a hotel stay, marking a significant occasion for the young players.
- Event: Match against the Buffalo Sabres
- Date: Saturday evening
- Location: Centre Bell, Montreal
- Distance Traveled: Over five hours by car
High Expectations for the Game
Florent expressed enthusiasm about the match, proclaiming, “Tonight is the night!” Both boys are hopeful for standout performances from players like Cole Caufield, Juraj Slafkovsky, and Lane Hutson. “Maybe my expectations are too high!” Florent joked.
Endless Support
Regardless of the game’s outcome, both Olivier and Florent promise to cheer vigorously for their favorite team. “We’ll be shouting the whole time!” Olivier exclaimed, sharing that he named his hockey stick wax business “Boli” to honor his favorite player, combining “Bo” for Bolduc and “Li” for Olivier. “We’ll probably be hoarse by the end of the match,” added Florent enthusiastically.
