The Everett Silvertips and Chicoutimi Saguenéens are set to clash in the Memorial Cup final, streaming live on TSN. The semifinal match occurs Friday night at 9 p.m. ET/6 p.m. PT. The winner faces the Kitchener Rangers, champions of the Ontario Hockey League, in the Sunday final.
Everett Silvertips’ Performance
The Silvertips boast a solid record, entering the semifinal with a 2-1 round robin performance. Their only defeat was a close match against Kitchener. Recently, Everett secured a dominant 4-0 victory over the Kelowna Rockets, eliminating the host team from the tournament.
In their tournament opener, Everett triumphed over Chicoutimi by a score of 5-3. Key players Matias Vanhanen and Jesse Heslop each recorded a goal and an assist in that match, showcasing their offensive prowess. Vanhanen has emerged as a standout player this season.
Key Player: Matias Vanhanen
- Leading the Silvertips with 21 goals and 87 points during the regular season.
- Scored 12 goals and tallied 24 points in the playoffs.
- Tied for second in Memorial Cup scoring with three goals and five points.
Vanhanen’s performance in the Memorial Cup is crucial as he approaches the 2026 NHL Draft. He currently holds the No. 35 spot on TSN’s draft list.
Goalie Performance
Anders Miller has been a reliable presence in net for Everett, with a 28-save shutout against Kelowna. He maintains a goals-against average of 3.00 and a save percentage of .889 in the tournament. Miller has proven his skills with a record of 29-4-0 and has been effective in the WHL playoffs.
Chicoutimi Saguenéens’ Journey
Chicoutimi enters the semifinal after a mixed round robin, finishing with a 1-2 record. Their lone victory was a dramatic 3-2 win over Kelowna in overtime. However, they suffered a close loss to Kitchener, marked by an incident involving defenceman Jordan Tourigny, who received a game misconduct and was suspended for the tournament.
Top Performer: Maxim Massé
- QMJHL MVP, with 51 goals and 102 points in the regular season.
- Led Chicoutimi in playoff scoring with six goals and 24 points.
Massé has already scored during the Memorial Cup, contributing to his team’s offensive strategy. Additionally, rookie forward Liam Lefebvre has emerged as a significant threat, leading the Saguenéens with four points in the tournament.
Upcoming Matches and Broadcast Information
The Memorial Cup final will take place on Sunday, featuring the winner of the Everett versus Chicoutimi clash vying for the championship. Fans can catch the action live on TSN at 7 p.m. ET/4 p.m. PT across various platforms.
This matchup marks a pivotal moment for both teams in their quest for their first Memorial Cup victory in franchise history.
