2026 Memorial Cup: Everett Silvertips Dominate Chicoutimi, Set Up Final vs Kitchener
Kelowna, BC — The Everett Silvertips advanced to the 2026 Memorial Cup championship final with a commanding 6-1 victory over the Chicoutimi Saguenéens in Friday’s semifinal at Prospera Place.The WHL champions dominated the QMJHL champions from start to finish, improving to 4-0 at the 2026 Memorial Cup tournament.
Final Score: Everett Silvertips 6, Chicoutimi Saguenéens 1
Shots: Everett 36, Chicoutimi 26
Everett jumped out to a 2-1 lead after the first period and blew the game open in the second, outscoring Chicoutimi 3-0 in that frame to take a commanding 5-1 lead into the third.Special Teams:
The Silvertips went 2-for-3 on the power play, while the Saguenéens finished 0-for-2.
Top Performers
Landon DuPont (Everett)
The dynamic defenseman had a standout performance in his return from injury, scoring two goals — including a highlight-reel power-play one-timer that made it 5-1.Carter Bear (Everett)
Recorded a goal and an assist in a strong all-around effort.Matias Vanhanen (Everett)
Notched two power-play assists, showcasing excellent playmaking ability.Anders Miller (Everett)
Delivered a stellar performance in net, stopping 25 of 26 shots for the victory.Tomas Lavoie (Chicoutimi)
Scored the lone goal for the Saguenéens.Next Up: Memorial Cup Final
The Everett Silvertips will now face the undefeated OHL champion Kitchener Rangers in the 2026 Memorial Cup Final.
Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Prospera Place, Kelowna, BC
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