The Trois‑Rivières Lions, the ECHL affiliate of the Montreal Canadiens, have secured forward Mathieu Bizier for the 2026‑27 season, confirming a contract that keeps the Quebec native in the organization for another year.
Bizier arrived in March and quickly proved his worth, registering at least one point in each of his first five appearances and helping the club climb the standings.
A Promising Start
In total, he accumulated 15 points — seven goals and eight assists — over 21 games, demonstrating a blend of scoring and playmaking that coach described as “exactly the kind of energy we need.”
University Highlights
Before turning professional, Bizier spent four seasons at Concordia University, where he posted 99 points — 38 goals and 61 assists — in 103 games. The Quebec‑born forward was a two‑time recipient of the university’s Student‑Athlete of the Year award and earned a gold medal with Team Canada at the FISU World University Games.
His collegiate success was complemented by a place on the OUA East Conference Second All‑Star Team, underscoring his consistent performance at the highest level of Canadian university hockey.
Future Outlook
With a track record of resilience and production, Bizier is expected to bring a balanced offensive threat to the Lions’ lineup. General manager expressed confidence that the forward’s familiarity with the organization will help maintain momentum as the team prepares for the next season.