A pivotal clash in the 2026 Memorial Cup semi-final
The 2026 Memorial Cup will see its semi‑final stage on May 29, when the Everett Silvertips host the Chicoutimi Sagueneens at Prospera Place in Kelowna, B.C. The game is slated for a 9 p.m. Eastern start, translating to a 6 p.m. Pacific kickoff, setting the stage for a high‑stakes contest that will determine which team advances to the championship match on May 31.
Both clubs have already proven their mettle in the round‑robin phase. The Silvertips sit at 2‑1‑0, having secured victories over both the Sagueneens and the host Kelowna Rockets, while the Sagueneens hold a 1‑2‑0 record, highlighted by an overtime win against Kelowna that kept their tournament hopes alive.
Carter Bear of the Silvertips was the hero of the earlier encounter with the Sagueneens, netting the decisive goal on May 23 that swung the game in Everett’s favor. Nathan Lacompte, the Sagueneens’ veteran forward, has spoken openly about the squad’s mental resilience, emphasizing that the team is focused on executing its game plan under pressure.
Broadcast and coverage
Fans across Canada and beyond can follow the action live on TSN, RDS, NHL Network and Victory+, which will provide simultaneous coverage in both English and French, as well as international streaming options.
The tournament itself runs from May 21 through May 31 in Kelowna, offering a condensed schedule of high‑intensity games that have already delivered memorable moments and will culminate in a much‑anticipated championship showdown.