Preview: December 30, 2025 & January 2, 2026: MANITOBA at U.S.A.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zf2cvV1V/Manitoba-2025-head-brown-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/9M5cNk8H/Nebraska-Omaha-black-2024-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/C1q99B9T/Minnesota-Duluth-2024-maroon-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS (6-9-1, 11-14-1, OHT35 #21)
NEBRASKA-OMAHA MAVERICKS (3-7-0, 7-11-0, NCHC #8)
MINNESOTA-DULUTH BULLDOGS (7-5-0, 14-6-0, NCHC #3)
Tuesday, December 30th at 7:00 CDT at Baxter Arena, Omaha
Friday, January 2nd at 7:00 CDT at AMSOIL Arena, Duluth
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv) - none
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: none - see host links below
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Team Website (http://gobisons.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ UNO: Schedule & Results & Live Links (https://omavs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule)
➤ UMD: Schedule & Results & Live Links (https://umdbulldogs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule)
➤ Video: 1997 Complete Game: Manitoba at Omaha (https://revelation.unomaha.edu/_video/UNO0021_301%2ehtml)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2025-12-01_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule) ∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Oct 6/24: UMD 7 UM 2: Boxscore (https://umdbulldogs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/stats/2024-25/university-of-manitoba/boxscore/9987)
➤ Dec 29/24: UNO 5 UM 0: Game Report (https://omavs.com/news/2024/12/29/hockey-scores-five-unanswered-in-exhibition-win.aspx)
Merry Christmas, everyone!
The holiday exhibition season is upon us. The Viking Cup has no CW teams, but its return to the hockey calendar is nice for those of us who remember the old days. It starts on December 28th.
The Bisons faced both Minnesota-Duluth and Omaha last year. Minnesota-Duluth was part of an early season trip which included St. Thomas (who they also played this year in a "scrimmage"), and Omaha was part of a holiday quartet of games, which also included Minnesota State, North Dakota, and Bemidji.
There are no preview stories on either Bison game just yet.
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
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BRIERCREST CLIPPERS [5-7-0, [color=#80808]6-12-0[/color], ACAC #5)
REGINA COUGARS (2-14-0, 3-16-2, OHT35 #33)
Links:
➤ Briercrest: Team Website (https://www.gobriercrest.ca/sports/mens-sports/hockey)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofR: Cougar Rewind: Dec. 5/6 (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2025/12/8/mens-hockey-cougar-rewind-dec-5-6.aspx)
Briercrest was once an ACAC doormat, but in recent seasons have become a contender. They have slipped a little this year. The Banjo-Cats are simply playing spoiler this season, so a non-conference game is as "important" as any other.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SNw4xxrc/Calgary-2013-red-no-words-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/PqHk1V0x/Alberta-green-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS (15-3-0, 19-4-1, OHT35 #3)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (8-7-3, 11-10-3, OHT35 #13)
Links:
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
The current CW schedule format has the Edmonton-based teams playing the Calgary-based teams just one series per season the last two years. So it makes sense that these traditional rivals from Saudi Alberta would add a non-conference holiday game.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCd8Bpqy/Macewan-2025-maroon-nowords-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/FHS6RMh2/NAIT-N-50x50.jpg)
MACEWAN GRIFFINS (7-8-3, 9-12-3, OHT35 #17)
N.A.I.T. OOKS (3-9-0, 6-13-0, ACAC #6)
Links:
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ MacU: U SPORTS Academic All Canadians: 77 Griffins student-athletes earn honours for 2024-25 season (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20251210kmqws0)
➤ NAIT: Team Website (https://naitooks.com/sports/mice/index)
These former ACAC rivals meet in another Battle of Edmontown. Just before The Family Guys changed conferences, these were usually the top two teams in the ACAC. In 2017, 2018, and 2019 MacEwan finished 2nd to NAIT every year but won the championship final series. In 2020, NAIT was 1st and MacEwan was 3rd. MacEwan won their quarter-final series just before the season was cancelled by Covid. After many years of dominance, the Ooks have slipped in the ACAC standings to the point where they are now 6th out of 7 teams.
(https://i.postimg.cc/d11ZVJ2c/TrinityWestern-2010-no-words-gold-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/3RDXTyrQ/Victoria-2012-lightgold-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Hkq3sdWM/Vancouver-Island-teal-50x50.jpg)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-14-1, 7-16-1, OHT35 #32)
VICTORIA VIKINGS (7-2-0, 10-3-0, BCIHL #2)
VANCOUVER ISLAND MARINERS (9-1-1, 10-4-2, BCIHL #1)
Links:
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ TWU: Spartan Male Athlete of the Week I Connor Farren (https://gospartans.ca/news/2025/12/8/mens-hockey-spartan-male-athlete-of-the-week-i-connor-farren.aspx)
➤ UVic: Team Website (https://www.vikeshockey.ca/leagues/front_pagePlus.cfm?clientID=5461&leagueID=21094)
➤ VIU: Team Website (https://viuhockey.ca/)
The out-of-town scoreboard is a bit tentative right now.
It seems that the BCIHL teams developed a universal dislike for interlocking games after the schedules were announced. A host of games where they were to host ACAC teams in September were cancelled. Now I cannot find a listing for their previously announced games against Holy Trinity and the UQO Torrents from the RSEQ Division 2. Originally, four teams (TWU, UVI, UVic, and UQO) were to converge on Nanaimo in January. I will keep an eye out for some sort of an announcement.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg)
The Bluegars don't play, but they have uploaded a few new links since their last game.
Links:
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athletes of the Week: Dec. 1-7 (http://mrucougars.com/news/2025/12/9/general-players-bench-athletes-of-the-week-dec-1-7.aspx)
➤ MRU: 85 Cougars Athletes Honored with U SPORTS Academic All Canadian Awards (https://mrucougars.com/news/2025/12/10/general-85-cougars-athletes-honored-with-u-sports-academic-all-canadian-awards.aspx)
➤ MRU: Vaughn Watterodt: Prairie tough beyond the ice (https://mrucougars.com/news/2025/12/23/general-vaughn-watterodt-prairie-tough.aspx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/J01GCDZ4/UBC-no-word-yellow-50x50.jpg)
The T-irds also have no games. However, their website links to a CW story about Sasha Mutala being WHL Grad of the Month. He's one of the big reasons for UBC looking stronger as the season has progressed.
Links:
➤ CW: Sasha Mutala named WHL Grad of the Month for November/December (https://canada-west.prezly.com/sasha-mutala-named-whl-grad-of-the-month-for-novemberdecember)
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Tue Dec 30 Manitoba at Nebraska-Omaha (NCAA) 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 Manitoba at Minnesota-Duluth (NCAA) 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 Briercrest College (ACAC) at Regina 7:30 CST
Fri Jan 02 Trinity Western v Victoria (BCIHL) (at Nanaimo) time TBA
Sat Jan 03 MacEwan at N.A.I.T. (ACAC) 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 Calgary at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 Trinity Western at Vancouver Island (BCIHL) time TBA
OUT EAST
OUA Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 Brock at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 04 Guelph at Toronto 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 Brock at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
AUS Conference Game
Sat Jan 03 Dalhousie at Saint Mary's 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
Non-Conference Games
Wed Dec 31 Guelph (OUA) at Niagara (NCAA) 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 McGill (OUA) at New Brunswick (AUS) 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 McGill (OUA) at New Brunswick (AUS) 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 R.M.C. (OUA) at Union College (NCAA) 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 McGill (OUA) at Moncton (AUS) 1:00 EST/12:00 CST
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The RSEQ Division 2 All-Stars beat the CEGEP All-Stars 8-3 on December 14, 2025. All I saw was an Instagram picture of the Concordia players chosen for the game.
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Viking Cup
Sun Dec 28 Midland University v SJHL All-Stars 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sun Dec 28 Czechia University Selects at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Mon Dec 29 Midland University v S.A.I.T. 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Mon Dec 29 Czechia University Selects v SJHL All-Stars 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Tue Dec 30 Czechia University Selects v Midland University 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Tue Dec 30 S.A.I.T. at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Wed Dec 31 SJHL All-Stars at Augustana 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 S.A.I.T. v Czechia University Selects 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 Midland at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 S.A.I.T. v SJHL All-Stars 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 3rd v 4th 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 1st v 2nd 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
(https://i.postimg.cc/jq75kXgc/ACAC-white-on-blue-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/65Lf81dz/BCIHL-2017-yellow-50x50.jpg)
The only ACAC holiday season exhibition games are the NAIT and Briercrest games against the CW noted above, and the Viking Cup games for SAIT and Augustana.
The BCIHL games, as explained, appear to have been scrubbed.
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
December 27, 2025: C.W. SCHEDULING AND IMPACT OF S.F.U.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCtSW8jD/CW-2017-black-red-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/FsYRwkk1/SFU-2023-red-73x73.jpg)
With Simon Fraser planning an application to join U-Sports and the CW, effective 2027-28, the impact on hockey scheduling has to be considered.
In my opinion, the addition of Simon Fraser is inevitable. They would likely have to introduce a timetable for adding a women's program. No problem, Calgary did it a few years back.
I have previously posted about the current CW divisional scheduling format, which rotates. I do not care for it. Especially since next year the Prairie teams and BC teams are due to form a division, thus ending the supposed cost savings which motivated this format. In any event, 2026-27 would end a 3-year cycle and allow for a fresh start with a 10-team conference in 2027-28.
I have devised a six-year rotation which would do away with divisions, and would also lean into lower cost travel arrangements.
The league would be divided into four segments (not divisions) for scheduling purposes:
BC: UBC, Simon Fraser, Trinity Western
Edmonton: Alberta & MacEwan
Calgary: Calgary & Mount Royal
Prairies: Saskatchewan, Regina, & Manitoba
With ten teams, there would be no byes, This would free up time for non-conference play. The CW would continue to play weekend double-headers.
Each team would play the other teams in their segment four times per season, and the teams in the other segments either twice or four times per season.
The "interlocking" segments would work like this:
- BC and the Prairies would play either the Edmonton teams 4 times, and the Calgary teams 2 times or vice versa, then rotate the following season.
- Within Alberta, each Edmonton team would play one Calgary team 4 times, and the other 2 times, the rotate the following season.
- The BC v Prairies interlock would work on a 3-year rotation, i.e. 4 games against one opponent and 2 games against the other two opponents each season.
The teams would play four games against five opponents, and two games against four opponents. It is easy to make a schedule where the first five series on the schedule and the last five series on the schedule would be against the "four games" opponents. Also the middle four series would be against the "two games" opponents. (If interested, I could send out a draft schedule.)
I have entered this onto a chart:
(https://i.postimg.cc/0Q7J4x7j/CW-3-YEAR-SCHEDULE-FORMAT-SFU.jpg)
The teams can, of course, be shuffled within their segment, e.g. switch Manitoba and Saskatchewan, or Simon Fraser and UBC, or Calgary and Mount Royal, etc. Also, the Edmonton and Calgary segments could be switched.
For the 2027-28 season, you look at the number in the upper left box. So for Regina, they would play four games against Trinity, Alberta, MacEwan, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba (the first five and last five series on their schedule, though not necessarily in that order) and two games against each of UBC, Simon Fraser, Calgary, and Mount Royal (which would be the middle four series on their schedule).
In the 2028-29 season, you look at the middle number is the first column, etc. as outlined in the guide box at the bottom of the chart.
In the CW, the women's schedule is always the inverse of the men's schedule. If on a given weekend Alberta is at Saskatchewan in men's, Saskatchewan is at Alberta in women's. So this format works for both.
This works out surprisingly easily.
Preview: December 30, 2025: MANITOBA at NEBRASKA-OMAHO
(https://i.postimg.cc/zf2cvV1V/Manitoba-2025-head-brown-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/9M5cNk8H/Nebraska-Omaha-black-2024-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS (6-9-1, 11-14-1, OHT35 #21)
NEBRASKA-OMAHA MAVERICKS (3-7-0, 7-11-0, NCHC #8)
New Links:
➤ UNO: Schedule & Results & Live Links (https://omavs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule)
➤ UNO: Hockey hosts exhibition game against Manitoba (https://omavs.com/news/2025/12/29/hockey-hosts-exhibition-game-against-manitoba.aspx)
➤ UNO Video: 1997 Complete Game: Manitoba at Omaha (https://revelation.unomaha.edu/_video/UNO0021_301%2ehtml)
➤ NCHC: NCHC TV (https://nchchockey.com/tv/schedule/event/1410)
➤ Audio: The Varsity Network (https://thevarsitynetwork.com/audioapplink/source/university-of-nebraska-at-omaha:oas-1342/content/nebomaha:allaccess-Live-10232)
➤ UNO: Live Sidearm Stats (https://omavs.com/sidearmstats/mhockey/summary)
The Mavericks have added some links, as I had expected. I do not know the cost to stream the game video, but I believe that the audio is free. It is also on their local radio station 1290 KOIL. We used to have a 1290 when TSN operated here.
That 1997 game I linked was the one that started their program. The Bisons won 3-2.. and in 1997-98 went 14-7-7 (there were no points for OTLs then). They beat Brandon 2-0 in the first round, then lost 2-1 to Sask, Sask beat Alberta 2-1 in the final.
OUT WEST
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Sun Dec 28 Midland University 2 SJHL All-Stars 6
Sun Dec 28 Czechia University Selects 5 UA-Augustana 1
Mon Dec 29 Midland University 0 S.A.I.T. 8
Mon Dec 29 Czechia University Selects 2 SJHL All-Stars 7
Tue Dec 30 Czechia University Selects v Midland University 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Tue Dec 30 S.A.I.T. at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Wed Dec 31 SJHL All-Stars at Augustana 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 S.A.I.T. v Czechia University Selects 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 Midland at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 S.A.I.T. v SJHL All-Stars 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 3rd v 4th 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 1st v 2nd 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Links:
➤ HF Boards: Tournament Thread (https://forums.hfboards.com/threads/viking-cup-augustana-viking-holiday-tournament.3018093/#post-203195564)
➤ Viking Cup: Schedule & Results Links (https://www.vikingcup.ca/schedule/day/league_instance/228277/2025/12/29?subseason=958118&referrer=9351982)
December 30, 2025: NON-CONFERENCE LOSS CLOSES 2025
(https://i.postimg.cc/SQrHBf5T/Manitoba-2025-head-white-73x73.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/vTGbGVwP/Nebraska-Omaha-O&logo-2024-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS 1
NEBRASKA-OMAHA MAVERICKS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Sidearm Stats (https://omavs.com/sidearmstats/mhockey/summary) : Boxscore (https://omavs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/stats/2025-26/manitoba/boxscore/19339)
➤ UNO: Hockey takes down Manitoba 4-1 (https://omavs.com/news/2025/12/30/hockey-takes-down-manitoba-4-1.aspx)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Man: D. Pasternak (9:55 3rd)
UNO: A. de la Gorgendiere (19:37 1st), M. Hilman (8:52 2nd), J. Loranger (19:46 2nd), J. Slipec (17:45 3rd ENG)
Goal: Man: Holt (23 shots, 20 saves), UNO: Cowan W (16 shots, 16 saves), Craig (5 shots, 4 saves)
I was out at a family dinner and made it home in time to listen to the last 10 or so minutes of the radio broadcast. That and the stats seem to indicate a fairly good game. At least enough to shake off the Christmas break rust.
NEXT UP
Fri Jan 02 Manitoba at Minnesota-Duluth (NCAA) 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 Briercrest College (ACAC) at Regina 7:30 CST
Fri Jan 02 Trinity Western v Victoria (BCIHL) (at Nanaimo) time TBA*
Sat Jan 03 MacEwan at N.A.I.T. (ACAC) 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 Calgary at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 Trinity Western at Vancouver Island (BCIHL) time TBA*
*NOTE: Trinity Western's trip to the BCIHL looks to have been cancelled.
OUT EAST
OUA Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 Brock at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 04 Guelph at Toronto 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 Brock at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
AUS Conference Game [/b]
Sat Jan 03 Dalhousie at Saint Mary's 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
Non-Conference Games [/b]
Wed Dec 31 Guelph (OUA) at Niagara (NCAA) 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 SIJHL All-Stars at Lakehead (OUA) 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 McGill (OUA) at New Brunswick (AUS) 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 SIJHL All-Stars at Lakehead (OUA) 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 R.M.C. (OUA) at Union College (NCAA) 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 McGill (OUA) at Moncton (AUS) 1:00 EST/12:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Viking Cup
Sun Dec 28 Midland University 2 SJHL All-Stars 6
Sun Dec 28 Czechia University Selects 5 UA-Augustana 1
Mon Dec 29 Midland University 0 S.A.I.T. 8
Mon Dec 29 Czechia University Selects 2 SJHL All-Stars 7
Tue Dec 30 Czechia University Selects 7 Midland University 2
Tue Dec 30 S.A.I.T. 4 Augustana 6
Wed Dec 31 SJHL All-Stars at Augustana 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 S.A.I.T. v Czechia University Selects 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Thu Jan 01 Midland at Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 02 S.A.I.T. v SJHL All-Stars 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 3rd v 4th 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 1st v 2nd 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
NOTE: ACAC exhibition games are against CW teams and included there.
NOTE: BCIHL exhibition games against CW and RSEQ2 teams appear to have been scrubbed.
Links:
➤ HF Boards: Tournament Thread (https://forums.hfboards.com/threads/viking-cup-augustana-viking-holiday-tournament.3018093/#post-203195564)
➤ Viking Cup: Schedule & Results Links (https://www.vikingcup.ca/schedule/day/league_instance/228277/2025/12/29?subseason=958118&referrer=9351982)
Happy New Year!
Here's a mini-update:
Wed Dec 31 Guelph (OUA) 2 Niagara (NCAA) 4
Wed Dec 31 SJHL All-Stars 7 Augustana (ACAC) 3
Thu Jan 01 S.A.I.T. (ACAC) 4 Czechia University Selects 2
Thu Jan 01 Midland (ACHA) 1 Augustana 6 (ACAC)
Preview: January 2, 2026: MANITOBA at MINNESOTA-DULUTH
(https://i.postimg.cc/zf2cvV1V/Manitoba-2025-head-brown-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/C1q99B9T/Minnesota-Duluth-2024-maroon-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS (6-9-1, 11-15-1, OHT35 #21)
MINNESOTA-DULUTH BULLDOGS (7-5-0, 14-6-0, NCHC #3)
Friday, January 2nd at 7:00 CDT at AMSOIL Arena, Duluth
New Links:
➤ GoBisons: Team Website (http://gobisons.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ UMD: Schedule & Results & Live Links (https://umdbulldogs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/schedule)
➤ Audio: Northland News - KDAL (https://northlandnewsradio.com/)
➤ Video: NCHC TV (https://nchchockey.com/tv/) (pay)
➤ Live Stats: Sidearm Stats (https://umdbulldogs.com/sidearmstats/mhockey/summary)
➤ UMD: No. 5 UMD will Welcome Manitoba to AMSOIL for Exhibition Game Friday (https://umdbulldogs.com/news/2026/1/1/no-5-umd-will-welcome-manitoba-to-amsoil-for-exhibition-game-friday.aspx)
➤ Northern News: My 9 Sports (https://www.northernnewsnow.com/sports/my9/)
After I did the preview, a series of links were posted by UMD. Here they are, with the game scoreless mid-way through the 1st period.
January 2, 2026: BISONS SHUT OUT IN DULUTH
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MANITOBA BISONS 0
MINNESOTA-DULUTH BULLDOGS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Scoring Summary (https://umdbulldogs.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey/stats/2025-26/university-of-manitoba/boxscore/10560) : Sidearm Stats (https://umdbulldogs.com/sidearmstats/mhockey/media)
➤ UMD: No. 5 Bulldogs Open New Year with 4-0 Win Over Manitoba (https://umdbulldogs.com/news/2026/1/2/mens-hockey-no-5-bulldogs-open-new-year-with-4-0-win-over-manitoba.aspx)
Quick Summary
Man: none
UMD: H. Anderson (8:26 2nd), J. Shaugabay (19:48 2nd), R. Zaremba (9:53 3rd), C. Arnott (11:39 3rd)
Goal: Man: C. Plowman L (20 shots, 19 saves), M. Kieper (19 shots, 16 saves); UMD: E. Dahlmeier (6 shots, 6 saves), C. Sheffield (7 shots, 7 saves)
The Bisons started 2026 being shutout, by the #5 team in the NCAA (#3 in the NCHC). After Holt went the distance down in Omaha, the backup goaltenders (Plowman and Kieper) split this one.
This was an interesting Friday night with a selection of inter-conference games, so I included all of them.
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OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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BRIERCREST COLLEGE CLIPPPERS 3
REGINA COUGARS 6
Nothing about this one but an Instagram scoreboard picture. Briercrest's new website looks flashy but they have yet to add any content. Regina does not post game stories any more.
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SIJHL ALL-STARS 3
LAKEHEAD THUNDERWOLVES 5
Links:
➤ LU: Lakehead picks up 5-3 win over SIJHL Allstars (https://www.thunderwolveshockey.com/article/lakehead-picks-up-5-3-win-over-sijhl-allstars) (with summary)
I like the idea of USports teams facing Junior A All-Star squads. It is good local outreach, generates some publicity, and provides exposure for the players and the university. And this is the perfect weekend for it. Shots were 39-21 in favour of the Thundermutts. The teams play again on Saturday night. The uploaded photo looks like the SIJHL squad wore their dark club jerseys, like MLB used to do!
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(https://i.postimg.cc/65Sp64c3/SJHL-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/qvpmJzZC/SAIT-2018-nowords-50x50.jpg)
SJHL ALL-STARS 3
S.A.I.T. TROJANS 2
(in overtime)
The SJHL All-Stars probably enjoyed the trip to Camrose for the Viking Cup, but maybe they can face either the Banjo-Cats or Banjo-Mutts next year instead of, or in addition to, this tournament. Under the IIHF 3-2-1-0 point system, the SJHLers finish with 11 points, and SAIT gets 2nd place with 7 points, and a berth in Saturday's final. The host UA-Augustana and Czechia University Selects both finish with 6 points and will play for bronze. Midland finished with a bagel.
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SIMON FRASER RED LEAFS 0
MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN 7
Links:
➤ MU: Massachusetts Hockey Blanks Simon Fraser, 7-0, In Exhibition Matchup (https://umassathletics.com/news/2026/1/2/massachusetts-hockey-blanks-simon-fraser-7-0-in-exhibition-matchup) (with summary)
The Clown's Globetrotters Team are now 4-8-2. They haven't made progress in finding opponents. They played four games in September during the CW pre-season. Then they had 7 games in October, one game in November, and two in December to wrap up 2025. In 2026 this was their first of four games in January, followed by two in February, and one in March. Their wins include a season-opening shoot-out over UBC (part of a split), Vancouver Island, Alaska-Anchorage, and Maryville of the ACHA in a shoot-out (and part of a split). Twenty-one games, including pre-season and with no possible playoffs, is a pretty sparse schedule.
NEXT UP
CW Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 MacEwan at N.A.I.T. (ACAC) 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 Calgary at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
OUA Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 Brock at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 04 Guelph at Toronto 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 Brock at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
AUS Conference Game
Sat Jan 03 Dalhousie at Saint Mary's 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
AUS/OUA Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 McGill (OUA) at New Brunswick (AUS) 2:00 AST/12:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 SIJHL All-Stars at Lakehead (OUA) 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 R.M.C. (OUA) at Union College (NCAA) 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 McGill (OUA) at Moncton (AUS) 1:00 AST/11:00 CST
Viking Cup
Sat Jan 03 Czechia University Selects v UA-Augustana (bronze) 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 03 SJHL All-Stars v S.A.I.T. (gold) 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
BCIHL Non-Conference Game
Sat Jan 03 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Boston University (NCAA)
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 3, 2026: OUT OF TOWN BLEND OF CONFERENCE AND NON-CONFERENCE ACTION
The Bisons' holiday interregnum ended Friday night, but elsewhere we saw a blend on conference and non-conference play. Things are almost back to normal!
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
CW Non-Conference Games
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N.A.I.T. OOKS 5
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 6
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
There is no story or boxscore of this game anywhere I can find. MacEwan is generally pretty good with their website, but not today. These two were formerly ACAC rivals, before MacEwan switched to the CW. This game would have therefore had some bragging rights attached, since both schools are located in Edmontown. NAIT is tied with UA-Augustana for 6th in the 7-team ACAC. This is unfamiliar territory for them.
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CALGARY DINOSAURS 4
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 3
Links:
➤ UofA: Boxscore (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey/stats/2025-26/university-of-calgary/boxscore/7932)
There was no game story, but the Evil Monkeys posted the boxscore. Bedrock U scored with 20 seconds left to pick up the win. The game also drew over 1,000 fans, showing me that people are looking for an excuse to get out of the house and return to old ways in the new year. The shots were remarkably low, 26-15 in favour of the Monkeys.
NEXT UP
Fri Jan 09 Saskatchewan at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Calgary at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Trinity Western at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Mount Royal at U.B.C. 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST
AUS/OUA Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 McGill (OUA) 2 New Brunswick (AUS) 1
Sat Jan 03 SIJHL All-Stars 1 Lakehead (OUA) 9 : Game Story & Summary (https://www.thunderwolveshockey.com/article/lakehead-sweeps-sijhl-all-stars-in-tbaytel-holiday-showcase)
Sat Jan 03 R.M.C. (OUA) 0 Union College (NCAA) 9
Sun Jan 04 McGill (OUA) at Moncton (AUS) 1:00 AST/11:00 CST
OUA Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 Brock 1 Windsor 4
Sun Jan 04 Guelph at Toronto 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 04 Brock at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Thu Jan 08 York at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Thu Jan 08 Waterloo at Toronto 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 09 Windsor at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Nipissing at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Carleton at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Laurier at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Western Ontario at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 09 Ottawa at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
AUS Conference Games
Sat Jan 03 Dalhousie 5 Saint Mary's 7
Mon Jan 05 Dalhousie Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Jan 07 Moncton U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Jan 07 St. F.X. Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 U.P.E.I. New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
Viking Cup
Sat Jan 03 Augustana 0 Czechia University Selects 8 (bronze game)
Sat Jan 03 SJHL All-Stars 5 S.A.I.T. 4 (ot) (gold game) : Boxscore (https://www.vikingcup.ca/game/show/45081401?subseason=958118&referrer=9351982)
ACAC Conference Games
Fri Jan 09 Red Deer Poly Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Concordia-Edmonton N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Portage UA-Augustana 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
BCIHL Non-Conference Game
Sat Jan 03 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 2 Boston University (NCAA) 8
BCIHL Conference Games
Fri Jan 09 Logan Lake Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Vancouver Island Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
January 4, 2026: SUNDAY MORNING LINKS AND ASSORTED NEWS
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The Duluth local media uploaded another story after the last game. Their long-time trainer, Dale 'Hoagie' Haagenson, is hospitalized, having suffered a stroke.
Links:
➤ Duluth New Tribune: After Hoagie's stroke, Shaugabay, Bulldogs will 'play for him' (https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/sports/bulldogs-hockey/shaugabays-three-points-lift-bulldogs-over-bisons-in-exhibition)
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
OUT EAST
The holiday season has come to a close. The only remaining non-conference play for U-Sports teams (IIRC) is RMC v US Army.
AUS/OUA Non-Conference Games
Sun Jan 04 McGill (OUA) 4 Moncton (AUS) 5
OUA Conference Games
Sun Jan 04 Guelph 6 Toronto 7 (ot)
Sun Jan 04 Brock 1 Windsor 3
NEWS
The Chinese National Team has a tour of the ACAC coming up, with 8 games against 5 teams. I searched for some back ground on this, without success. Their junior teams is currently playing in one of the IIHF tiers, against the likes of Great Britain. So I am guessing this is either a university team or their senior team.
Fri Jan 16 Chinese National Team at N.A.I.T. 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Chinese National Team at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Wed Jan 21 Chinese National Team at UA-Augustana 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 11:00 MST/12:00 CST
Thu Feb 05 Chinese National Team at Concordia-Edmonton 4:00 MST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Jan 09 Saskatchewan at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Calgary at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Trinity Western at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Mount Royal at U.B.C. 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Trinity Western at MacEwan 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Saskatchewan at Manitoba 5:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Calgary at Regina 5:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Mount Royal at U.B.C. 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Thu Jan 08 York at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Thu Jan 08 Waterloo at Toronto 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 09 Windsor at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Nipissing at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Carleton at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Laurier at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Western Ontario at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 09 Ottawa at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 10 Ontario Tech at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Guelph at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 R.M.C. at Concordia 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Toronto at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Sat Jan 10 Laurier at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Waterloo at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Windsor at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sun Jan 11 Nipissing at Concordia 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 11 R.M.C. at Ottawa 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sun Jan 11 U.Q.T.R. at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Mon Jan 05 Dalhousie 0 Acadia 8
Wed Jan 07 Moncton at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Jan 07 St. F.X. at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Saint Mary's at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 St. F.X. at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 New Brunswick at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Jan 09 Red Deer Poly at Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Concordia-Edmonton at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Portage College at UA-Augustana 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 Red Deer Poly at Briercrest College 1:00 MST
Sat Jan 10 UA-Augustana at Portage College 7:00 MST/9:00 CST
Sat Jan 10 N.A.I.T. at Concordia-Edmonton 8:30 MST/9:30 CST
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Fri Jan 09 Logan Lake at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 09 Vancouver Island at Victoria 7:30 PST//9:30 CST
Sat Jan 10 Victoria at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 10 Logan Lake at Okanagan 6:15 PST/8:15 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
>Hockey Forum
Links:
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
January 10, 2026: THREE GOALS AGAINST IN FIVE MINUTES KILL THE BISONS
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 5
MANITOBA BISONS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4804) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4804)
➤ UofS: Huskie Cap Off Weekend Sweep of Bisons With Comeback Win (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/10/mens-hockey-huskie-cap-off-weekend-sweep-of-bisons-with-comeback-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofM: Multi-goal night for Bisons Skylar Bruce ends in heartbreak after Huskies come back late in the third, win 5-4 (https://gobisons.ca/news/2026/1/10/mens-hockey-multi-goal-night-for-bisons-skylar-bruce-ends-in-heartbreak-after-huskies-come-back-late-in-the-third-win-5-4.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: L. Keeler (11:34 1st) , D. Holt (19:15 1st) , D. Holt (14:45 3rd) , L. Bairos (16:35 3rd) , C. Roulette (19:14 3rd)
Man: B. Swetlikoff (13:29 1st) , S. Bruce (16:17 1st) , L. Brennan (18:59 2nd) , S. Bruce (11:09 3rd)
Goal: Sask: Maier (25 shots, 21 saves), Man: Holt (40 shots, 35 saves)
This was a disastrous blown lead for the Bisons. Up 4-2 with about 5 minutes to play in the 3rd period, and they never even took it to overtime. It's late, so all I am posting is sthe bare-bones links.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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CALGARY DINOSAURS 5
REGINA COUGARS 2
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4803)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofC: Dinos finish road sweep with 5-2 win (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/10/mens-hockey-dinos-finish-road-sweep-with-5-2-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
This was a 3-2 game in the last minute of play, until the Dinos put it away. This was tight throughout. The Banjo-Cats seem to be finally playing up to expectations.
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TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 3
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 6
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4802)
➤ TWU: Simchuk Gets Hatty in Spartans' Loss to Griffins (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/10/mens-hockey-simchuk-gets-hatty-in-spartans-loss-to-griffins.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MacU: Griffins complete sweep of Spartans with 6-3 triumph, move into second in West Division (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202601113oahhh) (with boxscore and video)
Similar to the game in Regina, this was a one goal game late in the 3rd before two late goals embellished the scoreline. The Evil Monkeys are now in 3rd place in the West Division.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/3RnjtLBY/UBC-homecoming-2023-white-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 3
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 2
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4801)
➤ MRU: Team Website (https://mrucougars.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UBC: Mount Royal completes comeback over 'Birds in overtime (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/10/mens-hockey-mount-royal-completes-comeback-over-birds-in-overtime.aspx) (with boxscore)
The T-irds held a 2-0 1st period lead, but the Bluegars came back to win in OT. Too bad all the games on Saturday overlapped.
NEXT UP
Fri Jan 16 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Regina at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 U.B.C. at Calgary 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Manitoba at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Sat Jan 10 Ontario Tech 3 McGill 2
Sat Jan 10 Nipissing 2 U.Q.T.R. 3
Sat Jan 10 Guelph 5 Brock 4 (ot)
Sat Jan 10 R.M.C. 4 Concordia 5 (ot)
Sat Jan 10 Toronto 2 Toronto Metropolitan 0
Sat Jan 10 Laurier 7 Lakehead 5
Sat Jan 10 Waterloo 5 York 0
Sat Jan 10 Windsor at Western Ontario ppd
Sun Jan 11 Nipissing at Concordia 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 11 R.M.C. at Ottawa 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sun Jan 11 U.Q.T.R. at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Jan 14 McGill at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Jan 15 R.M.C. at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Jan 15 Ottawa at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Guelph at Laurier TBA
Fri Jan 16 Lakehead at Waterloo 2:30 EST/1:30 CST
Fri Jan 16 Queen's at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Toronto at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Carleton at Nipissing 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Sat Jan 10 Saint Mary's 9 Dalhousie 5
Sat Jan 10 St. F.X. 2 Acadia 6
Sat Jan 10 New Brunswick 1 Moncton 6
Wed Jan 14 Dalhousie at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 New Brunswick at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Moncton at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 U.P.E.I. at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Sat Jan 10 Red Deer Poly 3 Briercrest College 2
Sat Jan 10 UA-Augustana 6 Portage College 2
Sat Jan 10 N.A.I.T. 5 Concordia-Edmonton 4
Fri Jan 16 Portage College at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST
Fri Jan 16 Red Deer Poly at UA-Augustana 7:00 MST
Fri Jan 16 Briercrest College at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST
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Sat Jan 10 Victoria 1 Vancouver Island 7
Sat Jan 10 Logan Lake 3 Okanagan 5
Fri Jan 16 Vancouver Island at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST
Fri Jan 16 Victoria at Logan Lake 7:00 PST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
Preview: January 16-17, 2026: MANITOBA at TRINITY WESTERN
(https://i.postimg.cc/zf2cvV1V/Manitoba-2025-head-brown-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/JzNkT6rv/TrinityWestern-2010-no-words-gold-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS (6-10-2, 11-17-2, OHT35 #22)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-16-1, 7-18-1, OHT35 #32)
Friday, January 16th at 7:00 PST/9:00 CST at George Preston Arena, Langley
Saturday, January 17th at 1:00 PST/3:00 CST at Langley Events Centre, Langley
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-16?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-17?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Team Website (http://gobisons.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ TWU: This Week in Sparta (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/14/general-this-week-in-sparta.aspx)
➤ YouTube: CBC YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-01-12_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule) ∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Jan 10/25: TWU 6 UM 3: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4501)
➤ Jan 11/25: UM 7 TWU 2: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4504)
While last weekend's results have left the Bisons with optimism that they could beat the best teams in the CW, the losses nevertheless reduced their odds to just the slimest of possibilities. They trail Sask by 13 points and MRU by 14 points with 10 games left. Could one of those teams suffer a catastrophic collapse? While Holy Trinity is 7 points behind the Bisons, they are only 12 points back of the Evil Monkeys for a West Division playoff berth.
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
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REGINA COUGARS (2-16-0, 4-18-2, OHT35 #33)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (8-7-3, 11-10-3, OHT35 #13)
Links:
➤ UofR: Cougars drop tight Friday, Saturday decisions to No. 3-ranked Calgary (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/1/12/mens-hockey-cougars-drop-tight-friday-saturday-decisions-to-no-3-ranked-calgary.aspx)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ YouTube: CBC Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/live/lNwQK7jmkFM?si=x0U9FZZPdggCXtUQ) (Friday only)
The Banjo-Cats played well last weekend, as they have in most games lately. I expected a much better season from them. The Evil Monkeys have been falling down the rankings lately. They will have their season salvaged by needing just to finish ahead of Holy Trinity to make the playoffs.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HL1tn8nD/UBC-homecoming-2023-gold-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SNw4xxrc/Calgary-2013-red-no-words-50x50.jpg)
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS (15-2-3, 19-3-4, OHT35 #3)
CALGARY DINOSAURS (17-3-0, 22-4-1, OHT35 #1)
Links:
➤ UBC: Winter Classic 2026 features biggest night on (and off) the ice all season (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/15/mens-hockey-winter-classic-2026-features-biggest-night-on-and-off-the-ice-all-season.aspx)
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
This is the Battle of Division leaders. I doubt that either side will be overtaken, with the T-irds holding a 12-point lead over MacEwan and Bedrock U holding a 6-point lead over the Bluegars.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jjyZ4QmS/Sask-head-green-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (13-4-1, 19-6-3, OHT35 #4)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (13-5-2, 17-7-2, OHT35 #7)
Links:
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athletes of the Week: Jan. 5-11 (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/13/general-players-bench-athletes-of-the-week-jan-5-11.aspx)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ Huskie Fan: Men's Hockey (https://huskiefan.ca/mens-hockey/)
The Bluegars are one point ahead of the Banjo-Mutts. To keep the Bisons' slim hopes alive, they will want one team to sweep the other without any overtime.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Jan 16 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Regina at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 U.B.C. at Calgary 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Manitoba at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 U.B.C. at Calgary 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 5:00 MST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Regina at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Manitoba at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Sun Jan 11 Nipissing 1 Concordia 7
Sun Jan 11 R.M.C. 3 Ottawa 4 (so)
Sun Jan 11 U.Q.T.R. 2 Carleton 3
Wed Jan 14 McGill 4 U.Q.T.R. 5 (ot)
Thu Jan 15 R.M.C. 2 Ontario Tech 3 (ot)
Thu Jan 15 Ottawa 3 Concordia 5
Fri Jan 16 Guelph at Laurier ppd
Fri Jan 16 Lakehead at Waterloo 2:30 EST/1:30 CST
Fri Jan 16 Queen's at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Toronto at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Carleton at Nipissing 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 Ontario at Tech Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Ottawa at U.Q.T.R. 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 York at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Queen's at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Lakehead at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Western Ontario at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 Toronto Metropolitan at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 18 Brock at York 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 18 R.M.C. at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Wed Jan 14 Dalhousie 1 St. F.X. 8
Fri Jan 16 New Brunswick at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 Moncton at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 16 U.P.E.I. at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 St. F.X. at Moncton 3:30 AST/1:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 U.P.E.I. at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 New Brunswick at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Jan 16 Portage College at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST
Fri Jan 16 Red Deer Poly at UA-Augustana 7:00 MST
Fri Jan 16 Briercrest College at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST
Sat Jan 17 Portage College at S.A.I.T. 2:15 MST
Sat Jan 17 Briercrest College at Concordia-Edmonton 2:30 MST
Sat Jan 17 UA-Augustana at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST
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Fri Jan 16 Vancouver Island at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST
Fri Jan 16 Victoria at Logan Lake 7:00 PST
Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST
Sat Jan 17 Victoria at Okanagan 5:30 PST
Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Colorado College time TBA
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 16, 2026: BISONS PICK UP OTW ON THE COAST
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MANITOBA BISONS 4
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4808) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4808)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Man: L. Brennan (01:41 2nd) , D. Pasternak (02:34 2nd) , S. Bruce (18:47 2nd) , J. Arpin (01:13 1st OT)
TWU: R. Landmanis (05:44 1st) , M. Simchuk (18:21 1st) , A. Knutson (05:04 2nd)
Goal: Man: Holt (33 shots, 30 saves), TWU: Audet (37 shots, 33 saves)
The Bisons kept their faint hopes alive with this come-from-behind victory. Holy Trinity is playing better, on occasion, but not as good as Regina. The Bisons are now 7-10-2, and are 12 points behind Saskatchewan for a playoff berth. Mikhailo Simchuk, Truinity's Ukrainian recruit, now has 12 goals in a bit of an under-the-radar kind of season.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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REGINA COUGARS 4
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4805)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
Reg: L. Barlage (15:10 2nd) , P. Bjorklund (16:54 2nd) , C. Whyte (09:36 3rd) , J. Doucet (04:14 1st OT)
Alta: T. Laventure (04:40 1st) , J. Hall (03:51 3rd) , A. Hall (12:30 3rd)
Goal: Reg: Cunningham (37 shots, 34 saves), Alta: Kruger (32 shots, 28 saves)
The surprise here was not the Banjo-Cats beat the Evil Monkeys. It is that the former Dynasty of the Apes looks to be truly over. Since they beat MRU on November 7th, they are 1-4-3, their only win coming over MacEwan in a December 6th shootout. They are now 8-7-4 and sinking. The Kittens, at 3-16-1, are playing fairly well lately and could easily play spoiler every once in a while. To add insult to injury, the winning goal was shorthanded right through the 5-hole on a long distance shot.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3RnjtLBY/UBC-homecoming-2023-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg)
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 4
CALGARY DINOSAURS 0
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4806)
➤ UofC: Dinos shutout in Top-10 battle (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/16/mens-hockey-dinos-shutout-in-top-10-battle.aspx) (with boxscore and video)
➤ UBC: Team Website (http://www.gothunderbirds.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
UBC: J. Lee (02:32 1st) , S. Mutala (18:13 1st) , J. Williams (00:41 3rd) , J. Wright (15:42 3rd)
Calg: none
Goal: UBC: Mirwald (23 shots, 23 saves), Calg: Tetachuk (23 shots, 19 saves)
In this year's CW, when one team seems to get going about the crowd, you can rely upon them to fall back again. UBC was looking like world beaters, then were swept by MRU last weekend. So now they travel to Bedrock and achieve a shut-out victory. I was watching the Bison game and, before it started, the MRU-Sask game so I did not catch too much of this one.
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 5
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4807)
➤ UofS: Cougars Best Huskies With OT Winner in U SPORTS Top-3 Matchup (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/16/mens-hockey-cougars-best-huskies-with-ot-winner-in-u-sports-top-3-matchup.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies settle for single point in shootout loss to Dinos (https://huskiefan.ca/2025/11/09/huskies-settle-for-single-point-in-shootout-loss-to-dinos/)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Bouchard leads Cougars to wild overtime win over Saskatchewan (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/16/general-mhky-bouchard-leads-cougars-to-wild-overtime-win-over-saskatchewan.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: D. Holt (14:32 1st) , E. Regnier (12:28 2nd) , E. Regnier (16:27 2nd) , C. Jordan (04:53 3rd)
MRU: S. Moe (10:27 1st) , B. Stevenson (04:21 2nd) , C. Bouchard (16:57 2nd) , K. Walker (02:23 3rd) , C. Bouchard (03:07 1st OT)
Goal: Sask: Kooy (32 shots, 27 saves), MRU: Farkas (31 shots, 27 saves)
This was a back-and-forth game all the way through. The Banjo-Mutts were led by Ethan Regnier, with his first two goals of the year, and the Bluegars by Connor Bouchard, with his 9th and 10th goals of the season. The results leave Sask 12 points ahead of the Bisons.
NEXT UP
Sat Jan 17 U.B.C. at Calgary 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 5:00 MST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Regina at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Manitoba at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Fri Jan 16 Guelph at Laurier TBA
Fri Jan 16 Lakehead 5 Waterloo 4
Fri Jan 16 Queen's 2 McGill 4
Fri Jan 16 Toronto 1 Western Ontario 3
Fri Jan 16 Carleton 5 Nipissing 2
Fri Jan 16 Toronto Metropolitan 4 Windsor 1
Sat Jan 17 Ontario at Tech Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Ottawa at U.Q.T.R. 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 York at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Queen's at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Lakehead at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 Western Ontario at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 Toronto Metropolitan at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 18 Brock at York 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 18 R.M.C. at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Fri Jan 16 New Brunswick 3 Acadia 1
Fri Jan 16 Moncton 9 Dalhousie 3
Fri Jan 16 U.P.E.I. 4 Saint Mary's 3 (ot)
Sat Jan 17 St. F.X. at Moncton 3:30 AST/1:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 U.P.E.I. at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 17 New Brunswick at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Jan 16 Portage College 8 S.A.I.T. 5
Fri Jan 16 Red Deer Poly 2 UA-Augustana 6
Fri Jan 16 Briercrest College 7 Concordia-Edmonton 4
Sat Jan 17 Portage College at S.A.I.T. 2:15 MST/3:15 MST
Sat Jan 17 Briercrest College at Concordia-Edmonton 2:30 MST/3:30 CST
Sat Jan 17 UA-Augustana at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Non-Conference Games
Fri Jan 16 Chinese National Team 4 N.A.I.T. 2
Sat Jan 17 Chinese National Team at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
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Fri Jan 16 Vancouver Island 5 Simon Fraser 0
Fri Jan 16 Victoria 4 Logan Lake 5
Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 17 Victoria at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Non-Conference Game
Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Colorado College 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 17, 2026: BISONS REGISTER SWEEP
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MANITOBA BISONS 4
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4809) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4809)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ TWU (Friday late): Spartans Lose in OT to Manitoba Bisons (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/17/mens-hockey-spartans-lose-in-ot-to-manitoba-bisons.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
➤ TWU (Saturday): Spartans Rally Falls Short Against Manitoba Bisons (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/17/mens-hockey-spartans-rally-falls-short-against-manitoba-bisons.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
Quick Summary
Man: C. Behun (13:17 1st) , J. Arpin (19:51 1st) , J. Hooker (12:30 2nd) , A. Boucher (15:30 2nd)
TWU: M. Lamoureux (05:24 3rd) , A. Knutson (14:46 3rd) , M. Simchuk (19:48 3rd)
Goal: Man: Kieper (31 shots, 28 saves), TWU: Sommer (33 shots, 29 saves)
Second verse, same as the first. Only without overtime. The Bisons held period leads of 2-0 and 4-0, then relaxed in the third but hung on for dear life. Dawson Pasternak had two assists, to follow the goal and assist from Friday night, to lead the Bison offence. He made a great play to set up Captain Hooker on the 3rd goal. Mikhailo Simchuk scored for Holy Trinity on a penalty shot with 12 seconds left in the game. The Bison PP was 2-for-2, and the Spartans' was 2-for-4.
In line-up notes, former Spartan Mitchell Joss returned to the Bison line-up following his injury, along with Ethan Dekay. They replaced forwards Eric Alarie and Lucas Brennan.
There are now only four weeks left in the season, and the Bisons are away to MacEwan, then at home to Alberta and Regina, before closing away to Calgary.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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REGINA COUGARS 1
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 7
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4812)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofA (Friday late): Cougars stun Golden Bears with OT win (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/1/16/cougars-stun-golden-bears-with-ot-win.aspx)
Quick Summary
Reg: A. Third (11:14 2nd)
Alta: J. Joly (06:36 2nd) , N. Boyko (07:47 2nd) , A. Hall (17:49 2nd) , N. Boyko (08:14 3rd) , R. Melnyk (13:17 3rd) , A. Hall (16:06 3rd) , R. Duguay (16:29 3rd)
Goal: Reg: Maric (40 shots, 33 saves), Alta: Kruger (24 shots, 23 saves)
The Evil Monkeys bounced back to register a big win, and move past MacEwan into 2nd place in the West Division. The margin is deceiving. It was 3-1 almost mid-3rd period before Alberta went Ape.
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U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 5
CALGARY DINOSAURS 2
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4810)
➤ UofC: Special team woes cost Dinos versus T-Birds (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/17/mens-hockey-special-team-woes-cost-dinos-versus-t-birds.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UBC (Friday late): Mirwald, T-Birds bounce back with resounding road win over Dinos (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/16/mens-hockey-mirwald-t-birds-bounce-back-with-resounding-road-win-over-dinos.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
➤ UBC: Solid all-around effort secures season series sweep of Dinos (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/17/mens-hockey-solid-all-around-effort-secures-season-series-sweep-of-dinos.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
Quick Summary
UBC: J. Lee (06:54 1st) , A. Serraglio (16:39 1st) , C. McNabb (19:26 2nd) , C. Douglas (08:25 3rd) , J. Wright (18:24 3rd)
Calg: G. Schmidt (00:43 3rd) , H. Pakkala (10:47 3rd)
Goal: UBC: Mirwald (23 shots, 21 saves), Calg: Stankowski (30 shots, 26 saves)
After being swept by the Bluegars a week ago, the T-irds have now responded with a convincing sweep of Bedrock U. The top end teams of the CW seem to take turns looking like true national contenders before falling back a bit. The T-irds seem destined to be 1st in their division, and get a bye to the semi-finals. Due to the CW's cross-over playoff brackets, it is quite likely that the top four will square off in the semi-final round in toss-up series.
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 5
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4811)
➤ UofS: Chase Bertholet's First Period Goals Lead Huskies to 5-3 Win Over No. 1 MRU (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/17/mens-hockey-chase-bertholets-first-period-goals-lead-huskies-to-5-3-win-over-no-1-mru.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Huskies outplay Cougars, snapping MRU's winning streak (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/17/general-mhky-huskies-outplay-cougars-snapping-mrus-winning-streak.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: C. Bertholet (01:07 1st) , C. Bertholet (03:54 1st) , J. Pillar (01:45 2nd) , E. Regnier (10:48 3rd) , C. Roulette (12:28 3rd)
MRU: V. Watterodt (00:45 1st) , S. Moe (00:51 2nd) , D. Milliken (13:04 2nd)
Goal: Sask: Maier (33 shots, 30 saves), MRU: Farkas (24 shots, 19 saves)
Like Friday's game, this was dead even all the way through until the Banjo-Mutts finally took a two-goal lead (the first of the weekend for either side) 12 minutes into the 3rd period. These teams are now level at 30 points, with the Bluegars having 6 games left and the Banjo-Mutts having 8 games left.
NEXT UP
Fri Jan 23 Mount Royal at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Manitoba at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Trinity Western at U.B.C. 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
STANDINGS
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OUT EAST
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Sat Jan 17 Ontario Tech 5 Nipissing 3
Sat Jan 17 Ottawa 2 U.Q.T.R. 3
Sat Jan 17 York 1 Toronto 5
Sat Jan 17 Queen's 0 Concordia 3
Sat Jan 17 Lakehead 3 Laurier 2 (ot)
Sat Jan 17 Western Ontario 0 Windsor 4
Sat Jan 17 Toronto Metropolitan 2 Guelph 5
Sun Jan 18 Brock at York 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sun Jan 18 Guelph at Laurier 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sun Jan 18 R.M.C. at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Jan 21 Concordia at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Jan 22 Laurier at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Thu Jan 22 Brock at Guelph 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Sat Jan 17 St. F.X. 4 Moncton 2
Sat Jan 17 U.P.E.I. 1 Acadia 5
Sat Jan 17 New Brunswick 6 Saint Mary's 3
Wed Jan 21 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Dalhousie at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Saint Mary's at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 St. F.X. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Sat Jan 17 Portage College 4 S.A.I.T. 5
Sat Jan 17 Briercrest College 3 Concordia-Edmonton 6
Sat Jan 17 UA-Augustana 1 Red Deer Poly 4
Fri Sat 23 UA-Augustana at Briercrest College 6:00 MST
Fri Sat 23 Red Deer Poly at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST
Fri Sat 23 S.A.I.T. at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST
Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 17 Chinese National Team 2 N.A.I.T. 4
Wed Jan 21 Chinese National Team at UA-Augustana 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
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Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser 1 Vancouver Island 6
Sat Jan 17 Victoria 6 Okanagan 4
Fri Jan 23 Okanagan at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Logan Lake at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Non-Conference Game
Sat Jan 17 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 3 Colorado College 8
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
Preview: January 23-24, 2026: MANITOBA at MACEWAN
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MANITOBA BISONS (8-10-2, 13-17-2, OHT35 #19)
MACEWAN GRIFFINS (9-8-3, 12-12-3, OHT35 #16)
Friday, January 23rd at 7:00 MST/8:00 CST at Downtown Community Arena - Edmonton
Saturday, January 24th at 3:00 MST/4:00 CST at Downtown Community Arena - Edmonton
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-23?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-24?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Team Website (http://gobisons.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ MacU: Griffins enjoy experience and get key bye week test, holding off resilient Chinese National Team for 6-4 win (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202601151msn41)
➤ CW: CBC Game of the Week Schedule (https://canadawest.org/cbctelusgameoftheweek)
➤ YouTube: CBC YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-01-19_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule) ∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Jan 24/25: MacU 5 UM 4: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4516)
➤ Jan 25/25: UM 6 MacU 3: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4520)
When getting my weekend preview ready, I saw that the Chinese National Team added a game against MacEwan last week, because they had a CW bye. Mac U won the game 6-4. FWIW, the Chinese team split a pair of games against NAIT.
In the days of a one-table-for-the-conference format, this series would have been a key one in the race for two playoff berths between these two sides and the Evil Monkeys. As it stands, the Bisons are 12 points behind both Sask and MRU and need one of those teams to collapse. I doubt that will happen.
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
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U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS (17-2-3, 21-3-4, OHT35 #1)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-17-2, 7-19-2, OHT35 #32)
Links:
➤ UBC: No. 1 T-Birds battle Spartans for final home-and-home set concluding with Winter Classic (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/21/mens-hockey-no-1-t-birds-battle-spartans-for-final-home-and-home-set-concluding-with-winter-classic.aspx)
➤ TWU: This Week In Sparta (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/21/general-this-week-in-sparta.aspx)
➤ CW: CW BioSteel Players of the Week: Jan. 20 (https://canada-west.prezly.com/cw-biosteel-players-of-the-week-jan-20) : Brett Mirwald Earns CW Men's Hockey Player-of-the-Week Nod (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/20/brett-mirwald-earns-cw-mens-hockey-player-of-the-week-nod.aspx)
This series is an unusual Thursday-Friday format, with Friday's game at UBC being their annual Winter Classic game. The series has little bearing on the CW playoff picture. Maybe this weekend will see Holy Trinity finally claim a victory over their rivals from British California.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/g0bPjCWj/Regina-2025-body-on-green-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (14-5-3, 18-7-3, OHT35 #8)
REGINA COUGARS (3-17-0, 5-19-2, OHT35 #31)
Links:
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athletes of the Week: Jan. 12-19 (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/20/general-players-bench-athletes-of-the-week-jan-12-19.aspx)
➤ UofR (Saturday late): Cougars win overtime thriller on Friday, split series with Golden Bears (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/1/19/mens-hockey-cougars-win-overtime-thriller-on-friday-split-series-with-golden-bears.aspx) (with boxscores for both games)
The Bisons will be hoping that the cat-fight will result in a loss of points for the Bluegars. I tend to think that the Banjo-Cats are quite capable of winning once, but twice is too unlikely for even the wildest of dreams. Of note, Bluegar Connor Bouchard was MRU's Athlete-of-the-Week last week.
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ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (9-7-4, 12-11-4, OHT35 #13)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (14-4-2, 20-6-4, OHT35 #4)
Links:
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ YouTube: CBC Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/live/7rGuxxFMnMA?si=CtBXDnoVPRwmDMMr) (Friday only)
The Friday night game of this series is the CBC game-of-the-week livestream. Looking at the standings, one would have to say that the Banjo-Mutts are heavy favourites. I doubt that the Bisons have any real hopes of the Evil Monkeys lending a helping hand here, but you never know. Huskiefan.ca has not updated in the second semester, so no more links from them until they resume.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Jan 23 Mount Royal at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Manitoba at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Trinity Western at U.B.C. 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Sat Jan 24 Manitoba at MacEwan 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Mount Royal at Regina 5:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Trinity Western at U.B.C. 3:30 PST/5:30 CST
Sat Jan 24 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Wed Jan 21 Concordia 3 McGill 2
Thu Jan 22 Laurier at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Thu Jan 22 Brock at Guelph 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Western Ontario at Waterloo 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Toronto Metropolitan at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Ontario Tech at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Nipissing at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Queen's at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Lakehead at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Nipissing at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Western Ontario at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Queen's at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Waterloo at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 U.Q.T.R. at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Windsor at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Lakehead at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 24 R.M.C. at Army time TBA
Sun Jan 25 Windsor at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
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Wed Jan 21 Acadia 1 Moncton 4
Fri Jan 23 Dalhousie at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Saint Mary's at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 St. F.X. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Dalhousie at New Brunswick 4:00 AST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 St. F.X. at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Moncton at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Sat 23 UA-Augustana at Briercrest College 6:00 MST
Fri Sat 23 Red Deer Poly at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST
Fri Sat 23 S.A.I.T. at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST
Sat Jan 24 UA-Augustana at Briercrest College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 N.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Concordia-Edmonton at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MST/8:15 CST
Non-Conference Games
Wed Jan 21 Chinese National Team at UA-Augustana 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
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Fri Jan 23 Okanagan at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 23 Logan Lake at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Sat Jan 24 Logan Lake at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 24 Simon Fraser at Okanagan 6:15 PST/8:15 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 22, 2026: UBC POSTS A COME-FROM-BEHIND WIN
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U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 5
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4813)
➤ UBC: Team Website (http://www.gothunderbirds.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
UBC: J. Lee (00:52 1st) , R. Kotai (18:17 1st) , C. Douglas (07:18 3rd) , L. Doust (09:37 3rd) , S. Atkinson (10:36 3rd)
TWU: C. Lowe (10:27 1st) , D. Korzhyletskyi (07:20 2nd) , A. Knutson (16:32 2nd) , C. Lowe (15:45 3rd)
Goal: UBC: Mirwald (27 shots, 23 saves), TWU: Audet (67 shots, 63 saves)
Holy Trinity came close to their first CW win over the T-irds on Thursday night. (They won a 1988 exhibition game as an independent team, before the BCIHL was formed.)
The Spartans led 3-2 entering the 3rd period. A pair of delay of game penalties against Trinity coming just 22 seconds apart turned this one around. The T-irds outshot Holy Trinity 68-27 on the night.
OUT EAST
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Thu Jan 22 Laurier 1 Toronto Metropolitan 2 (ot)
Thu Jan 22 Brock 1 Guelph 3
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
January 23, 2026: BISON COMEBACK LEADS TO OTW
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MANITOBA BISONS 4
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4814) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4814)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ MacU: Kainai Nation's Tallman inspires Indigenous youth and his teammates with hard-nosed, two-way play (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260122p0lki6)
Quick Summary
Man: E. Alarie (06:59 1st) , L. Brennan (17:44 2nd) , M. King (02:41 3rd) , D. Pasternak (02:41 1st OT)
MacU: C. Cabana (05:30 1st) , B. Tallman (08:28 1st) , S. Simard (09:31 1st)
Goal: Man: Holt (28 shots, 25 saves), MacU: Onyskiw (16 shots, 12 saves)
The Family Guys scored on 3 of their first 6 shots on goal, before Braden Holt shut the door on their next 22 shots to allow for the comeback victory. The Bisons were running some lays reminiscent of the Harlem Globetrotters. There was one particular stretch in the 2nd period that looked like a powerplay. Problem was that not many shots were getting through.
The Bisons continued the line shuffling, seemingly aiming for the balanced approach as they "spread the wealth".
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OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 4
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 6
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4816)
➤ UofS: Stebbings' Hat Trick Powers Huskies Past Golden Bears, 7–4 (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/24/mens-hockey-stebbings-hat-trick-powers-huskies-past-golden-bears-7-4.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
Alta: T. Laventure (02:55 1st) , T. Laventure (06:01 2nd) , T. Laventure (17:16 2nd) , A. Hall (18:25 2nd)
Sask: R. Rhinehart (19:16 1st) , C. Roulette (03:39 2nd) , C. Stebbings (04:12 2nd) , D. Holt (07:15 2nd) , C. Stebbings (08:35 2nd) , C. Stebbings (02:52 3rd) , C. Jordan (18:21 3rd)
Goal: Alta: Kruger (30 shots, 24 saves), Sask: Maier (32 shots, 28 saves)
This was my "back-up" game for viewing purposes. It was entertaining. The Mutts built leads of 3-1 and 5-2, but the Evil Monkeys showed some determination to make it close. At the end of the 7-goal 2nd period, it was 5-4 for the Banjo-Mutts. It is a rare event to see both teams have a player with a hat-trick.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/jdBp3pCc/Regina-2025-head-white-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 9
REGINA COUGARS 2
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4815)
➤ MRU: Team Website (https://mrucougars.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
Quick Summary
MRU: T. Zandee (04:03 1st) , V. Watterodt (15:06 1st) , J. Tarzwell (17:44 1st) , J. Tarzwell (19:56 1st) , C. Hanus (01:47 2nd) , T. Zandee (04:36 2nd) , C. Hanus (05:22 2nd) , J. Wiens (08:39 2nd) , C. Bouchard (15:57 2nd)
Reg: J. Steele (07:30 1st) , J. Steele (10:06 1st)
Goal: MRU: Farkas (13 shots, 11 saves), Reg: Cunningham L (35 shots, 26 saves), Maric (15 shots, 15 saves)
This Cougar fight turned out to be a domination. It was "only" 4-2 after the 1st period. The Bluegars then scored 5 in the 2nd to put it away. Two Banjo-Cats had 10-minute misconducts, and one was tossed. So the Bisons get one win and zero help.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SKrqt8zm/TrinityWestern-2010-white-no-words-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/3RnjtLBY/UBC-homecoming-2023-white-50x50.jpg)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 1
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 9
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4817)
➤ TWU (Thursday late): Spartans Battle No. 1 UBC Thunderbirds (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/23/mens-hockey-spartans-battle-no-1-ubc-thunderbirds.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
➤ TWU (Friday): No. 1 UBC Thunderbirds Skate past Spartans (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/1/24/mens-hockey-no-1-ubc-thunderbirds-skate-past-spartans.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UBC (preview): No. 1 T-Birds battle Spartans for final home-and-home set concluding with Winter Classic (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/21/mens-hockey-no-1-t-birds-battle-spartans-for-final-home-and-home-set-concluding-with-winter-classic.aspx)
➤ UBC (Thursday late): T-Birds clinch division with third period comeback over Spartans (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/22/mens-hockey-t-birds-clinch-division-with-third-period-comeback-over-spartans.aspx)
Quick Summary
TWU: L. Shearon (19:43 3rd)
UBC: S. Atkinson (03:21 1st) , J. Lee (05:51 1st) , N. Sullivan (08:42 1st) , J. Wright (13:51 1st) , R. Kotai (06:37 2nd) , M. Smith (09:58 2nd) , C. McNabb (19:27 2nd) , L. Kindree (03:08 3rd) , R. Kotai (05:59 3rd)
Goal: TWU: Sommer L (41 shots, 34 saves), Savage (12 shots, 10 saves), UBC: Schwebius (13 shots, 12 saves)
This was bad. I saw the ending since it was the late game. The T-irds have now clinched 1st place in the West Division and will host one of the semi-final series.
NEXT UP
Sat Jan 24 Manitoba at MacEwan 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Mount Royal at Regina 5:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Fri Jan 23 Western Ontario 2 Waterloo 5
Fri Jan 23 Toronto Metropolitan 3 Toronto 2
Fri Jan 23 Ontario Tech 4 Carleton 5 (ot)
Fri Jan 23 Nipissing 0 U.Q.T.R. 1
Fri Jan 23 Queen's 0 Ottawa 2
Fri Jan 23 Lakehead 0 York 2
Sat Jan 24 Nipissing at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Western Ontario at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Queen's at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Waterloo at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 U.Q.T.R. at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Windsor at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Lakehead at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Jan 25 Windsor at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Non-Conference
Sat Jan 24 R.M.C. at Army time TBA
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Fri Jan 23 Dalhousie 3 U.P.E.I. 4
Fri Jan 23 Saint Mary's 0 Acadia 7
Fri Jan 23 St. F.X. 1 New Brunswick 4
Sat Jan 24 Dalhousie at New Brunswick 4:00 AST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 St. F.X. at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Moncton at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Sat 23 UA-Augustana 5 Briercrest College 2
Fri Sat 23 Red Deer Poly 1 N.A.I.T. 5
Fri Sat 23 S.A.I.T. 5 Concordia-Edmonton 0
Sat Jan 24 UA-Augustana at Briercrest College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 N.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Jan 24 Concordia-Edmonton at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MST/8:15 CST
Non-Conference
Fri Jan 23 Chinese National Team 5 Portage College 6
Sat Jan 24 Chinese National Team at Portage College 12:00 MST/1:00 CST
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Fri Jan 23 Okanagan 7 Simon Fraser 5
Fri Jan 23 Logan Lake 4 Victoria 3
Sat Jan 24 Logan Lake at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 24 Simon Fraser at Okanagan 6:15 PST/8:15 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
Is there a standings page anywhere, Hollywood?
Quote from: Jesse on January 24, 2026, 02:09:53 PMIs there a standings page anywhere, Hollywood?
nvm, found it in your first post, lol.
January 24, 2026: BISONS WIN 4TH STRAIGHT 4-3 GAME
(https://i.postimg.cc/SQrHBf5T/Manitoba-2025-head-white-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/HxytMX0f/Macewan-2025-white-nowords-73x73.jpg)
MANITOBA BISONS 4
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4818) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4818)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ MacU (Friday late): Strong start nets Griffins a point in OT loss to Manitoba that draws them level with Alberta for second (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026012435nmw8) (with boxscore & video)
➤ MacU (Saturday): Bad case of deja vu as Griffins lose a 3-1 lead and fall in OT for a second-straight day to Manitoba (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260124vq3ba1) (with boxscore & video)
Quick Summary
Man: K. Coyle (08:56 1st) , J. Hooker (18:49 2nd) , L. Brennan (19:44 3rd) , J. Hooker (03:06 1st OT)
MacU: M. Gauld (02:16 1st) , K. Chabot (07:50 1st) , S. Simard (14:06 2nd)
Goal: Man: Plowman (26 shots, 23 saves), MacU: Ward (27 shots, 23 saves)
Second verse, same as the first. As on Friday, the Bisons rallied from down 3-1 to win 4-3 in overtime. This makes it a string of four straight wins, all by scores of 4-3. Has that ever happened before? By any team, in any league?
The Bisons made a couple of usual line-up changes, with Dekay for Boucher up front, and Turner for Willick on the blueline. They also made an unusual change with 3rd string goaltender Cole Plowman making his first start of the regular season. Each of the three goaltenders now has a win on this streak.
The Family Guys started strong, outshooting the Bisons 13-2 in the opening period. However, by the end of the game the shots were 27-26 in favour of the Herd. The Bisons tied the game with just 16 seconds left. Lucas Brennan (team leader in goals with 9) scored from Dawson Pasternak (team leader in assists with 17). Captain Hooker scored twice, including the overtime winner, giving him 8 goals on the season.
The Bisons are now 2-10-2 against their top four opponents (UBC, MRU. Calgary, & Sask) and 8-0-0 against their bottom four opponents (Alberta, MacEwan, Trinity, and Regina). Their only two games of the season against Alberta are next weekend. Although the Bisons could well finish 5th overall, they are now incapable of rising above 4th place in the East Division.
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OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/jdBp3pCc/Regina-2025-head-white-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 12
REGINA COUGARS 1
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4819)
➤ MRU: Team Website (https://mrucougars.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
Quick Summary
MRU: V. Watterodt (03:44 1st) , S. Moe (10:27 2nd) , S. Moe (12:15 2nd) , T. Zandee (13:22 2nd) , J. Lies (01:58 3rd) , K. Walker (04:08 3rd) , J. Lies (07:01 3rd) , J. Tarzwell (08:53 3rd) , B. Singleton (09:33 3rd) , B. Stevenson (13:56 3rd) , A . Izyk (15:31 3rd) , J. Lies (19:23 3rd)
Reg: P. Bjorklund (04:41 1st)
Goal: MRU: Buenaventura (23 shots, 22 saves), Reg: Maric L (29 shots, 20 saves), Cunningham (10 shots, 7 saves),
I watched this in between the end of the Bison game and beginning of the Jet game. This one looked like a competitive catfight, with the Bluegars not taking a 2-1 lead until mid-2nd period. Then things went wild. It was 4-1 at intermission, then an incredible 8 goals in the 3rd. The Banjo-Cats had been playing better, but that 3rd period defies description. My back-up viewing was the Alberta-Saskatchewan game so I never saw the 3rd period and was shocked by the score.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BbBpfS49/Alberta-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 2
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 6
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4820)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
Alta: N. Boyko (04:33 1st) , S. Popowich (09:09 2nd)
Sask: J. Pillar (05:01 1st) , E. Regnier (08:34 1st) , L. Bairos (09:42 1st) , C. Bertholet (01:20 2nd) , L. Keeler (18:28 3rd) , D. Holt (19:12 3rd)
Goal: Alta: Kruger (33 shots, 28 saves), Sask: Maier (20 shots, 18 saves)
The Evil Monkeys are not at all a contender for the first time in my memory following this league. They are a point behind MacEwan in the race for 2nd in the East Division. They are no better than a mid-level team in the CW, and sinking. Although next weekend's series will have no substantive implications for the Bisons, they'd probably like to finish in the CW's top five.
SATURDAY MORNING LINK
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UBC's Friday link was not uploaded on time for me (although Holy Trinity's was), but it's here now. They had 5,036 fans in attendance, which is their annual Winter Classic game.
Links:
➤ UBC (Friday): Total T-Bird domination in Winter Classic rout over Spartans (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/24/mens-hockey-total-t-bird-domination-in-winter-classic-rout-over-spartans.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
NEXT UP
Thu Jan 29 Mount Royal at Calgary 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Regina at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Alberta at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 MacEwan at U.B.C. 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Trinity Western at Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
STANDINGS
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OUT EAST
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Sat Jan 24 Nipissing 0 McGill 5
Sat Jan 24 Ontario Tech 1 Ottawa 3
Sat Jan 24 Western Ontario 3 Laurier 4
Sat Jan 24 Queen's 6 Carleton 2
Sat Jan 24 Waterloo 2 Toronto 1
Sat Jan 24 U.Q.T.R. 1 Concordia 5
Sat Jan 24 Windsor 5 York 0
Sat Jan 24 Lakehead 3 Guelph 2 (ot)
Sun Jan 25 Windsor at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Thu Jan 29 Concordia at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Laurier at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Carleton at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Toronto at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 McGill at R.M.C. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Toronto Metropolitan at Waterloo 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 York at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Concordia at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 30 Guelph at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Sat Jan 24 Dalhousie 2 New Brunswick 6
Sat Jan 24 St. F.X. 4 U.P.E.I. 1
Sat Jan 24 Moncton 4 Saint Mary's 2
Wed Jan 28 Acadia at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Saint Mary's at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 New Brunswick at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 U.P.E.I. at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Sat Jan 24 UA-Augustana 2 Briercrest College 6
Sat Jan 24 N.A.I.T. 1 Red Deer Poly 6
Sat Jan 24 Concordia-Edmonton 2 S.A.I.T. 5 (2nd period)
Fri Jan 30 N.A.I.T. at Portage College 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Concordia-Edmonton at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 UA-Augustana at S.A.I.T. 8:00 MST/9:00 CST
Non-Conference
Sat Jan 24 Chinese National Team 3 Portage College 1
Fri Jan 30 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 11:00 MST/12:00 CST
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Sat Jan 24 Logan Lake 3 Vancouver Island 4
Sat Jan 24 Simon Fraser 5 Okanagan 8
Fri Jan 30 Vancouver Island at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Sat Jan 31 Victoria at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 31 Simon Fraser at Logan Lake 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
Preview: January 30-31, 2026: ALBERTA at MANITOBA
(https://i.postimg.cc/GhBrRykc/Alberta-green-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/XqdHsLBC/Manitoba-2025-head-gold-73x73.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (9-9-4, 12-13-4, OHT35 #18)
MANITOBA BISONS (10-10-2, 15-17-2, OHT35 #12)
Friday, January 30 at 7:00 CST at Wayne Fleming Arena, Winnipeg
Saturday, January 31 at 2:00 CaST at Wayne Fleming Arena, Winnipeg
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-30?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-01-31?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Men's hockey host Alberta for first time in 2025-26 campaign (https://gobisons.ca/news/2026/1/27/mens-hockey-mens-hockey-host-alberta-for-first-time-in-2025-26-campaign.aspx)
➤ The Manitoban: Bisons top the Griffins in overtime thriller (https://themanitoban.com/2026/01/bisons-top-the-griffins-in-overtime-thriller/51457/)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ Alberta: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ YouTube: CBC YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports)
➤ CW: CBC Game of the Week Schedule (https://canadawest.org/cbctelusgameoftheweek)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-01-26_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule) ∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Feb 7/25: UM 3 UA 2 (ot): Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4533)
➤ Feb 8/25: UA 7 UM 4: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4536)
It is not often that the Bisons are favoured in a series with the Evil Monkeys. Maybe they are not favoured here. (Fan Duel and other shyster gambling sites don't cover the CW, thankfully.) But these teams have 22 points each, one behind MacEwan. The twist is that the Bisons are eliminated from playoff contention, and the Monkeys and Family Guys are competing to see which team will host a quarter-final series.
Therefore, this is a key series in the race (?) for 5th place. If that's a thing. The Bisons could well finish 4th in their division, 5th in the conference, and close to the Top Ten nationally. That would be very odd.
The CW had a clear Tier 1 and Tier 2 the last two years, but this year a more normal spread has evolved. The league's upper echelon now has four teams (all in the Top Ten of both the USports and OHT35 rankings). Those are UBC, Calgary, MRU, and Sask. In the middle we have three teams: Manitoba, Alberta, and MacU. At the bottom we have Regina and Holy Trinity. Manitoba and Mac are getting better, and Alberta is slipping.
In that middle group, the Bisons play each team just one series. The two Edmontown-based teams play each other in three home-and-home series.
Against the Top Four, the Bisons are 2-10-2, slightly behind Alberta's 2-8-0 and Mac's 3-7-0.
Against one another, only one of six games was decided in regulation time. The Bisons are 2-0-0, Alberta is 3-0-1, and Mac is 1-1-4.
Against the minnows, the Bisons are 6-0-0, Alberta is 4-1-3, and Mac is 5-0-1.
When all is said and done, the Bisons will have a breakdown of 16 games against the Top Four, 4 games against the middle, and 8 games against the minnows. Comparatively, Alberta's and MacEwan's breakdowns will be 12/8/8.
The Evil Monkeys come into town with two wins in the their last 10 games, an OTW over Mac and a RW over Regina. Granted, they are still 2-5-3 because they have OTLs against Trinity, Mac, and Regina in that stretch.
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
(https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SNw4xxrc/Calgary-2013-red-no-words-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (16-6-2, 20-8-2, OHT35 #7)
CALGARY DINOSAURS (17-5-0, 23-6-1, OHT35 #4)
Links:
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athletes of the Week: Jan. 20-26 (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/27/general-players-bench-athletes-of-the-week-jan-20-26.aspx)
➤ MRU: Crowchild Classic 2026 Preview: Cougars look for redemption (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/28/general-crowchild-classic-2026-preview-cougars-look-for-redemption.aspx)
➤ UofC: Crowchild Classic returns on Jan. 29th (https://arts.ucalgary.ca/news/crowchild-classic-returns-jan-29th)
➤ CBC: YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/-AJhY3vhdlA?si=lU3LWyCrZQNlu5Cf) (Thursday only)
This is a Thursday/Saturday schedule between these cross-town rivals. These two teams and Saskatchewan are in a tight race (34 points each) for the top three spots in the CW's East Division. Thursday is the annual Crowchild Classic game at the Saddledome and is sold out. That game is also streamed on CBC Gem and their YouTube channel.
Connor Bouchard won an MRU Athlete-of-the-Week award. He had a nine-point weekend where he set MRU's USports all-time goals record. In 23 games he has 11 goals and 25 assists, which puts him 3rd in the CW scoring race.
This series features a host of Top 20 scorers. Calgary has Adam Kydd (7-30-37) and the Bluegars have Josh Tarzwell (15-16-31), Teague Patton (6-21-27), and Jayden Wiens (7-17-24), in addition to Bouchard.
(https://i.postimg.cc/g0bPjCWj/Regina-2025-body-on-green-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/jjyZ4QmS/Sask-head-green-50x50.jpg)
REGINA COUGARS (3-19-0, 5-21-2, OHT35 #33)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (16-4-2, 22-6-4, OHT35 #5)
Links:
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
This home-and-home Banjoland Series looks like a foregone conclusion. The Banjo-Cats appeared to be getting it together, then came their destruction by MRU last weekend. The Banjo-Mutts are in a 3-way tie for first with MRU and Bedrock U, so they will be unlikely to drop any points here.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCd8Bpqy/Macewan-2025-maroon-nowords-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/HL1tn8nD/UBC-homecoming-2023-gold-50x50.jpg)
MACEWAN GRIFFINS (9-8-5, 12-12-5, OHT35 #21)
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS (19-2-3, 23-3-4, OHT35 #1)
Links:
➤ MacU: Three Stars: Currie, Gordon, Chabot earn honours (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260127mxc8zb)
➤ UBC: T-Birds eye first overall as pesky Griffins visit for final regular season home weekend (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/28/mens-hockey-t-birds-eye-first-overall-as-pesky-griffins-visit-for-final-regular-season-home-weekend.aspx)
MacU names three stars from all programs every week, and this is Kadyn Chabot's 4th such award. Chabot has led the Family Guys all season. His stats line is 16-13-29. The T-irds are cruising this year and with first place sewn up, complacency could be their enemy here. In four games between these teams this season, The Family Guys have two wins (one in OT) and the T-irds also have two wins.
(https://i.postimg.cc/TPQWxKWc/TrinityWestern-2021-Helmet-50x50.jpg)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-19-2, 7-21-2, OHT35 #32)
Links:
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Holy Trinity was supposed to play a non-conference game against Simon Fraser on January 30th. That game has now been cancelled. I don't know why. Simon Fraser's non-conference Globetrotters team is 4-11-2 so far and their last game was on January 17th. They have three games left, games at Stonehill College on February 27th & 28th, Michigan on March 5th. IMO, that team needs a conference ASAP. It could happen in 2027-28.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Thu Jan 29 Mount Royal at Calgary 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Regina at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Alberta at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 MacEwan at U.B.C. 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Trinity Western at Simon Fraser (NCAA2) cancelled
Sat Jan 31 Alberta at Manitoba 2:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 MacEwan at U.B.C. 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Saskatchewan at Regina 7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Sun Jan 25 Windsor 1 Brock 4
Thu Jan 29 Concordia at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Laurier at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Carleton at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Toronto at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 McGill at R.M.C. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Toronto Metropolitan at Waterloo 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 York at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Concordia at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Jan 30 Guelph at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Jan 31 Nipissing at Queen's 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Ontario Tech at R.M.C. 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Toronto Metropolitan at Western Ontario 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 York at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Laurier at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Ottawa at U.Q.T.R. 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Guelph at Waterloo 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Toronto at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 Nipissing at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 McGill at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Wed Jan 28 Acadia 2 Saint Mary's 3
Fri Jan 30 Saint Mary's at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 New Brunswick at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 U.P.E.I. at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 U.P.E.I. at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 New Brunswick at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Jan 30 N.A.I.T. at Portage College 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 Concordia-Edmonton at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Jan 30 UA-Augustana at S.A.I.T. 8:00 MST/9:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 S.A.I.T. at UA-Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Portage College at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Red Deer Poly at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Non-Conference Games
Fri Jan 30 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 11:00 MST/12:00 CST
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Fri Jan 30 Vancouver Island at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Sat Jan 31 Victoria at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 31 Simon Fraser at Logan Lake 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 29, 2026: BLUEGARS WIN CROWCHILD CLASSIC
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MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 2
CALGARY DINOSAURS 1
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4821)
➤ MRU: Team Website (https://mrucougars.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
MRU: V. Watterodt (07:58 1st) , C. Hanus (05:54 2nd)
Calg: J. Poole (14:13 1st)
Goal: MRU: Farkas (24 shots, 23 saves), Calg: Tetachuk (41 shots, 39 saves)
The Bluegars were only up 2-1 after two periods, despite holding an edge in play. Then they dominated the 3rd period, outshooting Bedrock U 15-3. However, there were no goals. This puts the Bluegars temporarily into first place, two points ahead of the Dinos and Banjo-Mutts. The game stories are not yet uploaded, and I am not staying up late.
OUT EAST
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Thu Jan 29 Concordia 3 Ontario Tech 1
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
January 30, 2026: BISON COMEBACK FALLS SHORT
(https://i.postimg.cc/h4Lpdrxy/Alberta-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SQrHBf5T/Manitoba-2025-head-white-73x73.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 4
MANITOBA BISONS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4824) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4824)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Alta: V. Lamanna (10:46 1st) , A. Hall (14:15 1st) , N. Boyko (17:51 1st) , A. Hall (04:17 2nd)
Man: E. Alarie (15:41 1st) , T. Willick (12:03 3rd) , K. Coyle (17:33 3rd)
Goal: Alta: Kruger (20 shots, 17 saves), Man: Holt (36 shots, 32 saves)
The Bisons had their 5th straight 4-3 game, but this one was a loss. The Evil Monkeys turned up in their green jerseys, which are now their "Big A" look. Why would you sooner be a "Big A" than a Monkey? Weird!
Here's how they lined up:
(https://i.postimg.cc/pXdysw9P/26-01-30-Instagram-Lineup-450.jpg)
Scratches:
G: 34 Plowman
D: 5 Bielik - 27 Turner
F: 10 Bouvier - 11 Purdom - 16 Joss - 25 Dekay
No longer on roster: 12 Trimble
ALBERTA
Goal:
30 Kruger (1 Lawczynski)
Defence:
27 Yakimchuk - 5 Davidson
4 Gustafson - 19 McGregor
25 Dewitt - 52 Belcourt
Forwards:
12 A Hall - 9 J Hall - 14 Melnyk
8 Boyko - 17 Thacker - 20 Lamanna
23 Tkach - 26 Popwich - 36 Ruptash
15 Laventure - 16 Joly - 18 Duguay
Scratches:
G: 31 Sim - 35 Barwick
D: 3 Sexsmith - 7 Pederson - 22 Thornton - 24 Ward - 40 Liberman
F: 13 Visser - 29 Pacheco - 64 Ruiz
This game had a lot of stages, and the Apes' powerplay was the difference. The Evil Monkeys powerplay looked like the old days. It really turned the game in their favour as they led 4-1 and outshot the Bisons 29-7 after two periods. They scored on their first 3 of 5 powerplays in those periods.
The 3rd period saw the Bisons find their form, outshooting the Monkeys 13-7 and scoring twice. Eric Alarie opened scoring for the Herd in the 1st period (his 8th on the season), but it was their 3rd pair defencemen who made it a nail-biter. Tanner Willick scored his first as a Bison, and Kaycee Coyle scored his 4th. The Bisons continue to shuffle their forward lines every game so it seems.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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REGINA COUGARS 5
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4823)
➤ UofR: Cunningham backstops Cougars to 5-4 road win over No. 3 Saskatchewan (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/1/30/mens-hockey-cunningham-backstops-cougars-to-5-4-road-win-over-no-3-saskatchewan.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofS: Huskies' Late Rally Falls Short in 5–4 Loss to Regina (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/30/mens-hockey-huskies-late-rally-falls-short-in-5-4-loss-to-regina.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Reg: K. Runke (02:19 1st) , J. Borysiuk (15:16 1st) , B. Barnett (04:37 2nd) , R. Silzer (08:35 2nd) , E. Pearce (16:26 2nd)
Sask: C. Hayes (08:44 1st) , G. Kinniburgh (03:18 2nd) , C. Petruic (02:21 3rd) , L. Keeler (11:58 3rd)
Goal: Reg: Cunningham (50 shots, 46 saves), Sask: Kooy (14 shots, 11 saves), Maier L (11 shots, 9 saves)
This stunning upset gives the Banjo-Cats their first win over the Banjo-Mutts in 17 games, the last win being on January 14, 2022. Before that, it was 18 straight losses going back to a win on February 13, 2016. No doubt the whole team is square dancing to their favourite banjo tunes and emptying several jugs of moonshine as they ride home in the back of their haywagon.
The Banjo-Mutts trailed 5-2 after two periods and then pulled out all stops in the 3rd, outshooting the Kittens 23-4. But all they could do is make it close. Since this one was on when the Bison game took place, I never saw any of it.
The result leaves the Mutts two points out of first place, behind MRU. They and Calgary still have two games in hand.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS 3
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 8
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4822)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ UBC: Team Website (http://www.gothunderbirds.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
Quick Summary
MacU: S. Simard (02:38 1st) , E. Sundar (18:58 1st) , V. Scott (11:20 2nd)
UBC: S. Mutala (08:10 1st) , C. Douglas (16:49 1st) , J. Weir (17:56 1st) , J. Weir (00:32 2nd) , J. Williams (05:17 2nd) , N. Sullivan (07:24 2nd) , J. Williams (02:39 3rd) , J. Wright (03:05 3rd)
Goal: MacU: Ward L (33 shots, 27 saves), Onyskiw (14 shots, 12 saves), UBC: Mirwald (23 shots, 20 saves)
This game was total domination by thye T-irds. They scored 8 powerplay goals on 10 chances. There was low-level chippiness until the end of the 3rd period, where each team had two 10-minute misconducts. Also, there was a significant delay here due to a broken pane of glass. The game was played at the Father David Bauer Arena, UBC's older and former home rink.
NEXT UP
Sat Jan 31 Alberta at Manitoba 2:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 MacEwan at U.B.C. 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Saskatchewan at Regina 7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Fri Jan 30 Laurier 5 Brock 4 (ot)
Fri Jan 30 Carleton 1 U.Q.T.R. 3
Fri Jan 30 Toronto 3 Lakehead 6
Fri Jan 30 McGill 6 R.M.C. 1
Fri Jan 30 Toronto Metropolitan 0 Waterloo 3
Fri Jan 30 York 1 Western Ontario 5
Fri Jan 30 Concordia 2 Queen's 0
Fri Jan 30 Guelph 1 Windsor 6
Sat Jan 31 Nipissing at Queen's 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Ontario Tech at R.M.C. 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Toronto Metropolitan at Western Ontario 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 York at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Laurier at Windsor 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Ottawa at U.Q.T.R. 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Guelph at Waterloo 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Toronto at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 Nipissing at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 McGill at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
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Fri Jan 30 Saint Mary's 5 Moncton 3
Fri Jan 30 New Brunswick 2 St. F.X. 3
Fri Jan 30 U.P.E.I. 5 Dalhousie 4
Sat Jan 31 U.P.E.I. at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 New Brunswick at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Jan 30 N.A.I.T. 5 Portage College 4
Fri Jan 30 Concordia-Edmonton 3 Red Deer Poly 6
Sat Jan 31 S.A.I.T. at UA-Augustana 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Portage College at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Jan 31 Red Deer Poly at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 S.A.I.T. at UA-Augustana 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Non-Conference Games
Fri Jan 30 Chinese National Team 1 Briercrest College 5
Sat Jan 31 Chinese National Team at Briercrest College 11:00 MST/12:00 CST
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Fri Jan 30 Vancouver Island 4 Victoria 2
Sat Jan 31 Victoria at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Jan 31 Simon Fraser at Logan Lake 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
January 31, 2026: BISONS PICK UP A SPLIT
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ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 2
MANITOBA BISONS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4825): Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4825)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Alta: A. Thacker (01:09 1st) , A. Hall (11:18 1st)
Man: J. Hooker (03:41 1st) , L. Brennan (02:22 2nd) , S. Bruce (08:51 3rd)
Goal: Alta: Kruger (24 shots, 21 saves), Man: Kieper (33 shots, 31 saves)
The Bisons bounced back to gain a split on Saturday afternoon, and with this outcome both the Bisons and Evil Monkeys have leapfrogged MacEwan in the CW standings. The Bisons did their usual line shuffling, but the only players added to the roster were (as usual) Zach Turner on the blueline and Ethan Dekay up front. Since the Willick/Coyle pairing did so well on Friday night, it was Sam Borschowa exiting the defence. Andrew Boucher came out of the forwards. The goaltending rotation seems to be a year-end thing. Since all three have similar junior credentials, that makes some sense as the team has to now have one eye on next year. Alberta's lines were unstable on Friday, but things were more regular on Saturday. Here's how they lined up:
MANITOBA
Goal:
30 Kieper (34 Plowman)
Defence:
13 Brenton - 8 Toth
4 Bonni - 6 Coyle
27 Turner - 22 Willick
Forwards:
9 Alarie - 20 Zaplitny -17 Bruce
21 Pasternak - 18 Hooker - 24 Brennan
23 Lane - 19 Arpin - 14 Swetlikoff
25 Dekay - 29 King - 28 Behun
Scratches:
G: 31 Holt
D: 3 Borschowa - 5 Bielik
F: 10 Bouvier - 11 Purdom - 16 Joss - 26 Boucher
No longer on roster: 12 Trimble
ALBERTA
Goal:
30 Kruger (1 Lawczynski)
Defence:
27 Yakimchuk - 5 Davidson
4 Gustafson - 19 McGregor
25 Dewitt - 52 Belcourt
Forwards:
12 A Hall - 9 J Hall - 36 Ruptash
29 Pacheco - 23 Tkach - 26 Popwich -
20 Lamanna - 8 Boyko - 17 Thacker
16 Joly - 18 Duguay - 14 Melnyk
Scratches:
G: 31 Sim - 35 Barwick
D: 3 Sexsmith - 7 Pederson - 22 Thornton - 24 Ward - 40 Liberman
F: 13 Visser - 29 Pacheco - 64 Ruiz
The TSN Turning Points in this game were the two-man advantage power plays each side had. At 8:23 of the 2nd period, Caden Zaplitny took a 4-minute penalty, then Ben Bonni took a minor at 11:00 minutes. However, after going 3-for-5 on Friday, and scoring once more on a 1st period PP, the Monkeys couldn't cash in.
The Bisons, however, had overlapping powerplays 8 minutes into the 3rd period and Skylar Bruce converted a tic-tac-toe passing play from Dawson Pasternak and Captain Hooker to give the Bisons a 3-2 lead they would never relinquish. It was his 8th of the season.
Earlier, Hooker and Lucas Brennan both scored their10th goals of the season for the Bisons. Hooker also had his 10th and 11th assists, and Pasternak had his 18th and 19th assists.
Matthew Kieper made a couple of 5-alarm saves in the Bison goal. I suspect that they will keep the goaltender rotation going for their final four games.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES -
REGINA COUGARS -
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4828)
➤ UofR: Saturday basketball, hockey games postponed (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/1/31/mens-hockey-saturday-basketball-hockey-games-postponed.aspx)
➤ UofS: Huskie Men's Hockey & Basketball Postponed, Women's Hockey Rescheduled vs Regina (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/1/31/general-huskie-mens-hockey-basketball-postponed-womens-hockey-rescheduled-vs-regina.aspx)
A travel advisory in Banjoland has halted their Saturday schedule. Apparently, the outhouses are frozen solid. The men's hockey game will go Sunday at 7:00 CST.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS 4
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 6
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4826)
➤ MacU (Friday late): Penalty parade costs Griffins dearly as they concede six PPGs to UBC in 8-3 defeat (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202601315ycy54)(with boxscore & video)
➤ UBC (Friday late): T-Birds score six on the power play to rout Griffins (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/30/mens-hockey-t-birds-score-six-on-the-power-play-to-rout-griffins.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
➤ UBC (Saturday): 'Birds sweep Griffins to clinch first place, home ice throughout Canada West playoffs (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/1/31/mens-hockey-birds-sweep-griffins-to-clinch-first-place-home-ice-throughout-canada-west-playoffs.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
Quick Summary
MacU: E. Sundar (00:14 1st) , S. Simard (00:42 1st) , C. Cabana (02:20 2nd) , D. Jean Jr. (18:39 2nd)
UBC: S. Mutala (01:17 1st) , C. Douglas (07:38 1st) , J. Williams (12:28 2nd) , J. Wright (15:11 2nd) , S. Atkinson (02:58 3rd) , L. Kindree (19:55 3rd)
Goal: MacU: Onyskiw (32 shots, 26 saves), UBC: Schwebius (23 shots, 19 saves)
This one was much closer than Friday's game. After getting home from the Bison game, then watching the end of the Jets game, I had this one on my tablet. The game got off to a crazy start, with The Family Guys scoring twice in the first minute, and the T-irds mounting a rally at 1:17. In the end, things calmed down and an empty-netter put it away.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS 3
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 4
(in a shootout)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4827)
➤ UofC (Thursday late): Cougars fend off Dinos, 2-1, inside the 'Dome (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/29/mens-hockey-cougars-fend-off-dinos-2-1-inside-the-dome.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ UofC (Thursday late): Crowchild Classic attendance record broken for second consecutive year (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/29/mens-hockey-crowchild-classic-attendance-record-broken-for-second-consecutive-year.aspx)
➤ MRU (Thursday late): MHKY: Cougars shut down Dinos, earn Crowchild Classic redemption (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/29/general-mhky-cougars-shut-down-dinos-earn-crowchild-classic-redemption.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ MRU (Saturday): MHKY: Cougars sweep Dinos with massive win in a shootout (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/1/31/general-mhky-cougars-sweep-dinos-with-massive-win-in-a-shootout.aspx)(with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Calg: B. Lee (14:58 1st) , H. Pakkala (12:53 2nd) , H. Pakkala (18:20 2nd)
MRU: J. Lies (00:51 2nd) , J. Wiens (01:48 2nd) , M. Ladyman (07:49 3rd)
Goal: Calg: Stankowski (28 shots, 25 saves); MRU: Farkas (21 shots, 18 saves)
The Bluegars escaped with a narrow sweep of their Cowtown rivals. This one went to seven rounds of shootout, with only one goal. Hayden Pakkala had his 12th and 13th goals in a losing effort. MRU has a bye next week. Each side has a series with Saskatchewan, and Calgary ends at home against the Bisons.
NEXT UP
Sun Feb 01 Saskatchewan at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Regina at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Calgary at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 U.B.C. at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 MacEwan at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
STANDINGS
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Remaining Games After Sunday:
UBC - at Alberta; bye
Alberta - host UBC; H&H MacEwan
MacEwan - at Trinity; H&H Alberta
Trinity - host MacEwan; at Regina
MRU - bye; host Sask
Calgary - at Sask; host Manitoba
Sask - host Calgary; at MRU
Manitoba - host Regina; at Calgary
Regina - at Manitoba; host Trinity
OUT EAST
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Sat Jan 31 Nipissing 4 Queen's 0
Sat Jan 31 Ontario Tech 2 R.M.C. 1 (ot)
Sat Jan 31 Toronto Metropolitan 3 Western Ontario 2
Sat Jan 31 York 3 Brock 1
Sat Jan 31 Laurier at Windsor ppd to Feb 04
Sat Jan 31 Ottawa 3 U.Q.T.R. 6
Sat Jan 31 Guelph 4 Waterloo 2
Sat Jan 31 Toronto 0 Lakehead 4
Sun Feb 01 Nipissing at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sun Feb 01 McGill at Carleton 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Feb 04 Brock at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Feb 04 Laurier at Windsor 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Feb 05 Nipissing at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Feb 05 Toronto Metropolitan at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Thu Feb 05 Queen's at R.M.C. 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Sat Jan 31 U.P.E.I. 6 St. F.X. 4
Sat Jan 31 New Brunswick 6 Dalhousie 0
Sat Jan 31 Moncton 4 Acadia 3
Wed Feb 04 Dalhousie at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 St. F.X. at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Acadia at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Saint Mary's at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Sat Jan 31 S.A.I.T. 7 UA-Augustana 3
Sat Jan 31 Portage College 4 N.A.I.T. 7
Sat Jan 31 Red Deer Poly 6 Concordia-Edmonton 3
Sun Feb 01 S.A.I.T. at UA-Augustana 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Wed Feb 04 UA-Augustana at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST
Non-Conference Games
Sat Jan 31 Chinese National Team 1 Briercrest College 6
Thu Feb 05 Chinese National Team at Concordia-Edmonton 4:00 MST/5:00 CST
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Sat Jan 31 Victoria 2 Vancouver Island 3 (ot)
Sat Jan 31 Simon Fraser 2 Logan Lake 3
Fri Feb 06 Logan Lake at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Logan Lake at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139): YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 1, 2026: A SUNDAY SPECIAL, BANJO STYLE
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
REGINA COUGARS 0
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4828)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Sask: C. Bertholet (05:22 2nd) , L. Keeler (07:05 2nd) , C. Stebbings (13:28 2nd) , C. Roulette (06:49 3rd)
Reg: none
Goal: Sask: Thomson (28 shots, 28 saves), Reg: Cunningham (26 shots, 22 saves)
Time for a very rare Sunday night Hollywood Report.
Everybody managed to save their moonshine for the post-storm party, and the Saturday games continued a day late. After an upset on Friday night, the Banjo-Cats were not expected to make it a double. However, it must be said that they played well, in fact outshooting the Banjo-Mutts 28-26.
I am wondering about the Mutts' goaltending plans. Veteran Jordan Kooy and rookie Bryan Thomson were a good combo, then they added Nolan Maier from the ECHL at Christmas. It looked like Thomson was destined to be #3 in the pecking order. This shut-out should change that. Here are their comparative stats lines:
Thomson: 6-2-0 - .916 S% - 2.35 GAA
Kooy: 7-2-2 - .901 S% - 2.88 GAA
Maier: 4-1-0 - .876 S% - 3.19 GAA
Venne: 0-0-0 - 1.000 S% - 0.00 GAA
This puts the Mutts one point ahead of Calgary with the two sides facing off next weekend in Saskatown. They are now two points behind MRU, who are idle next week. This is quite a race for first place.
LATE LINKS
There were a lot of missing game reports after the Saturday games. New posts have now arrived from Manitoba, MacEwan, and Calgary. Here they are. Some pretty good work here, albeit late.
Links:
➤ UofM: Bisons win second home game of the season, 3-2 over Alberta (https://gobisons.ca/news/2026/2/1/mens-hockey-bisons-win-second-home-game-of-the-season-3-2-over-alberta.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MacU: Powerplays continue to be the theme as Griffins lose tight one to Thunderbirds (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202602013llh88) (withy boxscore & video)
➤ UofC: Cougars slip past Dinos in OT (https://godinos.com/news/2026/1/31/mens-hockey-cougars-slip-past-dinos-in-ot.aspx)
OUT EAST
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Sun Feb 01 Nipissing 2 Ottawa 4
Sun Feb 01 McGill 6 Carleton 1
OUT WEST
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Sun Feb 01 S.A.I.T. 2 UA-Augustana 3
Preview: February 6-7, 2026: REGINA at MANITOBA
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REGINA COUGARS (4-20-0, 6-22-2, OHT35 #32)
MANITOBA BISONS (11-11-2, 16-18-2, OHT35 #14)
Friday, February 6th at 7:00 CST at Wayne Fleming Arena, Winnipeg
Saturday, February 7th at 5:00 CST at Wayne Fleming Arena, Winnipeg
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv/)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02-06?league=1&season=117&division=-1)∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02-07?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Seniors night highlights conclusion of home schedule for men's hockey (https://gobisons.ca/news/2026/2/3/mens-hockey-seniors-night-highlights-conclusion-of-home-schedule-for-mens-hockey.aspx)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1)∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ UofR (Sunday): Cougars fall to Huskies in rescheduled matchup at the Brandt Centre (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/2/3/mens-hockey-cougars-fall-to-huskies-in-rescheduled-matchup-at-the-brandt-centre.aspx)
➤ YouTube: CBC YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports)
➤ CW: CBC Game of the Week Schedule (https://canadawest.org/cbctelusgameoftheweek)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index)∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-02-02_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index)∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1)∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Nov 28/25: UM 3 UR 2: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4783)
➤ Nov 29/25: UM 4 UR 3: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4785)
These two teams are in close races, but those races have no significant prize for the winner. The Bisons are in the race for 5th, against the two teams from Edmontown. However, they would still finish 4th in the East Division no matter what they do from here on in. Meanwhile, the Banjo-Cats are in the race for 8th, against Holy Trinity. Nobody wants to be last overall.
These teams must be getting sick of one another. These will be their 9th and 10th games against one another, including four exhibition games. Thus far, Regina has just one win in an exhibition game. All eight games between these teams have been decided by one goal.
The Banjo-Cats have occasional dud games. This semester, they lost twice to Calgary, split with Alberta, were whipped 9-2 and 12-1 by MRU, then split with Sask last weekend. Since the new year, the Bisons are 5-2-1, with all games decided by one goal.
The Saturday game is the annual Seniors' Game. The Bisons have five slated to graduate: Jonny Hooker, Evan Toth, Jackson Arpin, Michael King, and Codey Behun. Captain Hooker has 10 goals and 11 assists in 24 games this year. Toth is a top four defenceman, Arpin, King, and Behun are 3rd or 4th line forwards.
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
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CALGARY DINOSAURS (17-6-1, 23-7-2, OHT35 #4)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (17-5-2, 23-7-4, OHT35 #6)
Links:
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ Huskie Fan (Sunday): Huskies get back to business with shutout win over Cougars (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/01/huskies-get-back-to-business-with-shutout-win-over-cougars/)
I see that Huskie Fan is back to posting stories after going on hiatus in early November. They also have an audio link.
This is the battle for 1st in East Division. Right now, the idle Bluegars lead with 38 points, and the Banjo-Mutts have 36 points, and the Bedrock Dinos have 35. The Dinos could have their first place hopes dashed this weekend. Calgary beat Sask in their previous two games. Sask has split four games with MRU, and MRU has a 4-2 edge on Calgary. I'll have to delve into the tie-breaker scenarios after this series is completed.
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U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS (21-2-3, 25-3-4, OHT35 #1)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (10-10-4, 13-14-4, OHT35 #24)
Links:
➤ UBC: Team Website (http://www.gothunderbirds.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
The T-irds have assured themselves of 1st in the West Division and in the conference overall. They have a bye next week, and then a bye through the quarter-final round. So these are their last prep games for the playoffs. The Evil Monkeys are facing the prospect of a sub-.500 season and having to win three away series in the playoffs.
In my opinion, the Monkeys would be happy to get 5th in the conference and 2nd in their division so that they could claim to be the best of the so-so teams. They are one point up on MacEwan right now. With MacEwan playing Holy Trinity, the Monkeys will need to pick up some points against UBC. That season-ending series with MacEwan could be for all the marbles.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS (9-10-5, 12-14-5, OHT35 #23)
TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-19-2, 7-21-2, OHT35 #33)
Links:
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ TWU: This Week in Sparta (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/4/general-this-week-in-sparta.aspx)
This battle of the CW's newest programs is a "must win" for The Family Guys. They would hope for four points here so that they could leapfrog Alberta going into next week's 2nd place decider. Holy Trinity is trying to escape the cellar in their "race" with Regina.
This the CBC Game-of-the-Week, available free on Friday night on CBC's YouTube Channel and CBC Gem.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Feb 06 Regina at Manitoba 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Calgary at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 U.B.C. at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 MacEwan at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST CBC Gem & YouTube
Sat Feb 07 Regina at Manitoba 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Calgary at Saskatchewan 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 U.B.C. at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 MacEwan at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Wed Feb 04 Brock at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Feb 04 Laurier at Windsor 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Feb 05 Nipissing at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Thu Feb 05 Toronto Metropolitan at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Thu Feb 05 Queen's at R.M.C. 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Feb 06 Waterloo at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 York at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Fri Feb 06 Toronto at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Ottawa at R.M.C. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Carleton at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Lakehead at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Feb 06 McGill at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Feb 07 Ottawa at Ontario Tech 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 U.Q.T.R. at Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Waterloo at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 McGill at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Guelph at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Lakehead at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Toronto at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Wed Feb 04 Dalhousie at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 St. F.X. at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Acadia at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Saint Mary's at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Acadia at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Saint Mary's at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Moncton at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Wed Feb 04 UA-Augustana at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Red Deer Poly at Portage College 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 N.A.I.T. at UA-Augustana 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 06 Briercrest College at S.A.I.T. 8:00 MST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Red Deer Poly at Portage College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Briercrest College at S.A.I.T. 2:15 MST/3:15 CST
Non-Conference Games
Thu Feb 05 Chinese National Team at Concordia-Edmonton 4:00 MST/5:00 CST
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Fri Feb 06 Logan Lake at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Logan Lake at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 6, 2026: BISONS TRAMPLE KITTENS (https://i.postimg.cc/JzJ9fpkL/Regina-2025-head-white-73x73.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SQrHBf5T/Manitoba-2025-head-white-73x73.jpg)
REGINA COUGARS 1 MANITOBA BISONS 6 Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4831) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4831)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
➤ UofM: Multi-point nights for multiple Bisons, Manitoba beats Regina 6-1 (https://gobisons.ca/news/2026/2/7/mens-hockey-multi-point-nights-for-multiple-bisons-manitoba-beats-regina-6-1.aspx) (with boxscore) Quick SummaryReg: E. Houk (10:12 1st)
Man: A. Boucher (12:46 1st) , E. Alarie (18:00 1st) , S. Bruce (02:48 2nd) , G. Lane (19:14 2nd) , M. King (02:26 3rd) , C. Zaplitny (03:11 3rd)
Goal: Reg: Cunningham (36 shots, 30 saves), Man: Holt (25 shots, 24 saves)
I missed the first half of this game due to a family dinner. (Homemade prime rib with mashed potatoes and gravy etc. Way better than arena hot dogs!)
After a stretch of too-close-for-comfort games against the Banjo-Cats, the Bisons finally put their hooves down and gave them a good trampling. The Kittens were purring last weekend and looked to be a challenge. But it was not to be. Here's how they lined up:
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Scratches:
G: 30 Kieper
D: 5 Bielik - 27 Turner
F: 10 Bouvier - 11 Purdom - 16 Joss - 25 Dekay
REGINA
Goal:
1 Cunningham (35 Ernst)
Defence:
7 Silzer - 28 Heward
3 Third - 4 Kjemhus
20 Holoien - Fishley
Forwards:
14 Culling - 29 Doucet - 12 Houk
89 Barnett - 23 Pearce - 27 Barlage
22 Wirun - 11 Runke - 21 Borysiuk
18 Whyte - 37 Belitski - 16 Desnoyers
Scratches:
G: 39 Maric - 73 Hawryluk
D: 8 Jasper - 44 Brinson
F: 13 Gulutzan - 17 McMillen - 19 Bjorklund - 24 Wills - 32 Steele
This win moves the Bisons to 12-11-2, for 26 points and closing in on 5th overall.
With the season winding down, we must check out the tiebreakers:
QuoteIf two or more teams are tied in points then the following tie breaking criteria shall be used to break the tie. A win in regulation time and a win in overtime are treated as equal. A loss in regulation time and a loss in overtime are treated as equal.
1. Two teams tied:
The following shall determine the final league standings:
a) The best win/loss record in head-to-head games between the two teams.
b) If still tied, the number of wins in league play.
c) If still tied, the best goals for/goals against differential in league play.
2. Three or more teams tied:
If three or more teams are tied, the following steps shall be used to determine the rank order of the tied teams:
a) The best win/loss record in head to head games between the three or more tied teams.
b) If three or more teams are still tied, the highest number of wins in league play.
c) If three or more teams are still tied, the best goals for/goals against differential in league play.
Note: Once a team is ranked so that it is no longer tied with any other team(s) at any one of these three steps, that team shall be ranked accordingly in the final standings. Any remaining tied teams shall then proceed to step 1 of the appropriate tiebreaker (depending on the number of teams still tied) to continue the process until all teams are ranked in the final standings.
This creates three problems from before:
1. It does not say what happens with shootouts.
2. It is not based on points.
3. The definition of "best" in paragraph 2 (a) is not stated.
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CALGARY DINOSAURS 1 SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4 Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4830)
➤ UofC: Dinos contingent set to compete in 2026 Winter Olympics (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/5/athletics-news-dinos-contingent-set-to-compete-in-2026-winter-olympics.aspx)
➤ UofS: Huskies Clamp Down on Dinos in 4-1 Win (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/7/mens-hockey-huskies-clamp-down-on-dinos-in-4-1-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofS: Repost from CW (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/6/mens-hockey-dawson-holt-named-january-whl-grad-of-the-month.aspx) : Dawson Holt named WHL Grad of the Month for January (https://canada-west.prezly.com/dawson-holt-named-whl-grad-of-the-month-for-January)
➤ Huskie Fan (Preview): High stakes hockey – Dinos at Huskies (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/06/high-stakes-hockey-dinos-at-huskies/)
➤ Huskie Fan (Friday): Huskies down Dinos in series opener (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/06/huskies-down-dinos-in-series-opener/) Quick SummaryCalg: B. Lee (19:03 2nd)
Sask: C. Roulette (10:58 1st) , R. Pelletier (13:03 1st) , D. Holt (10:18 3rd) , C. Jordan (18:07 3rd)
Goal: Calg: Stankowski (29 shots, 26 saves), Sask: Maier (16 shots, 15 saves)
Since this game was directly opposite the Bison game, I never saw any of it. I did follow along on my phone. Of note, Bedrock U had just eight shots on goal in the last two periods. The Banjo-Mutts were led by two of their premiere scorers, with Conner Roulette notching his 14th and Dawson Holt racking up his 12th.
The Banjo-Mutts are now tied with the Bluegars, three points up on the Dinos.
Now, Sask and MRU are tied and play each other next weekend. In wins & losses, they are two-a-piece thus far. In points, it is 5-4 for Sask. (That may not matter in the tie-breaking formula.) Each side has 18 wins, one in a shootout. In goal difference, MRU is +50 and Sask is +45.
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U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 7 ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 3 Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4829)
➤ UBC: Team Website (http://www.gothunderbirds.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ UofA: Top-seeded Thunderbirds pull away from Bears in third period (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/6/top-seeded-thunderbirds-pull-away-from-bears-in-third-period.aspx) (with boxscore) Quick SummaryUBC: C. Douglas (08:53 1st) , T. Thorpe (17:08 1st) , T. Thorpe (18:09 2nd) , B. Kotylak (01:55 3rd) , R. Kotai (11:54 3rd) , J. Lee (17:03 3rd) , J. Lee (18:04 3rd)
Alta: D. Ruptash (10:46 1st) , J. Joly (11:55 1st) , D. Ruptash (02:41 2nd)
Goal: UBC: Mirwald (19 shots, 16 saves), Alta: Kruger (12 shots, 10 saves), Sim L (25 shots, 20 saves)
The Evil Monkeys held leads of 2-1 and 3-2 in this game, and in fact it was 3-3 entering the 3rd period. So that 7-3 final score came from a dominant 3rd period. Chris Douglas of UBC scored his 16th of the season, and Jake Lee scored his 13th and 14th late in the 3rd period.
In the race for 2nd in the West Division, the Evil Monkeys trail MacEwan by one point, and in the race for 5th overall, they trail the Bisons by two.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS 6 TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 5 (in overtime) Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4832)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ TWU: Spartans Fall in OT to Gryphons (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/7/mens-hockey-spartans-fall-in-ot-to-gryphons.aspx) (with boxscore) Quick SummaryMacU: L. Hughes (16:22 1st) , B. Bamber (19:45 1st) , K. Chabot (01:19 2nd) , D. Jean Jr. (06:55 2nd) , S. Simard (18:34 3rd) , K. Dowhaniuk (00:50 1st OT)
TWU: A. Knutson (06:00 1st) , A. Knutson (18:08 1st) , M. Simchuk (13:51 2nd) , C. Lowe (18:10 2nd) , J. Krahn (05:54 3rd)
Goal: MacU: Ward (23 shots, 18 saves), TWU: Savage (37 shots, 31 saves)
This one was a back-and-forth affair all night long. The Family Guys needed a late goal to tie the game and force overtime, and then cashed in. This was one they absolutely needed. They are now one point ahead of the Evil Monkeys. It also allowed Holy Trinity to move a point ahead of Regina in the race for the wooden spoon.
NEXT UPSat Feb 07 Regina at Manitoba 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Calgary at Saskatchewan 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 U.B.C. at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 MacEwan at Trinity Western 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
OUT EAST(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Wed Feb 04 Brock 4 Western Ontario 3 (ot)
Wed Feb 04 Laurier 1 Windsor 4
Thu Feb 05 Nipissing 3 Ontario Tech 4 (ot)
Thu Feb 05 Toronto Metropolitan 1 Guelph 3
Thu Feb 05 Queen's at R.M.C. ppd to Feb 07
Fri Feb 06 Waterloo 1 Brock 5
Fri Feb 06 York 3 Toronto Metropolitan 6
Fri Feb 06 Toronto 4 Laurier 1
Fri Feb 06 Ottawa 5 R.M.C. 2
Fri Feb 06 Carleton 3 Concordia 4
Fri Feb 06 Lakehead 2 Windsor 5
Fri Feb 06 McGill 3 Queen's 2 (ot) Sat Feb 07 Ottawa at Ontario Tech 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 U.Q.T.R. at Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Waterloo at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 McGill at Concordia 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Queen's at R.M.C. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Guelph at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Lakehead at Western Ontario 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Toronto at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Wed Feb 04 Dalhousie 1 Moncton 5
Fri Feb 06 St. F.X. 3 Dalhousie 6
Fri Feb 06 Acadia 4 U.P.E.I. 1
Fri Feb 06 Saint Mary's 1 New Brunswick 4 Sat Feb 07 Acadia at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Saint Mary's at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Moncton at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true) OUT WEST(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Wed Feb 04 UA-Augustana 1 N.A.I.T. 2
Fri Feb 06 Red Deer Poly 2 Portage College 1
Fri Feb 06 N.A.I.T. 1 UA-Augustana 2
Fri Feb 06 Briercrest College 5 S.A.I.T. 2 Sat Feb 07 Red Deer Poly at Portage College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 07 Briercrest College at S.A.I.T. 2:15 MST/3:15 CST
Non-Conference Game Thu Feb 05 Chinese National Team 7 Concordia-Edmonton 4
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Fri Feb 06 Logan Lake 7 Simon Fraser 8 Sat Feb 07 Logan Lake at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 7, 2026: SATURDAY MORNING LINKS
There are three game stories from Friday night that were not uploaded until Saturday morning, one each from Calgary, UBC, and MacEwan.
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Links:
➤ UofC: Dinos can't slow down Huskies (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/7/mens-hockey-dinos-can-t-slow-down-huskies.aspx) (with boxscore)
The Dinos are the Bisons' opponent next weekend. If they lose today, they will have no chance at first place in their division and would need help to get second and a home series. They were the CW's "IT" team in November but have been on a slide. They are currently on a 5-game losing streak, against UBC, MRU, and Sask.
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Links:
➤ UBC: Program records fall as 'Birds score five unanswered to dismantle Golden Bears (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/2/6/mens-hockey-program-records-fall-as-birds-score-five-unanswered-to-dismantle-golden-bears.aspx) (with boxscore & video)
UBC has now set a program points record. While it is true that the current standings include bonus points for OTLs and the schedule has been expanded from 24 games to 28 games since 1986. Of note, the prior high water marks were 42 points in 2023 and 46 points in 2024, obviously both under the current system. After opening the 2nd semester being swept on home ice by MRU, the T-irds have bounced back with seven straight wins, over Calgary. Trinity, MacEwan, and now Alberta.
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Links:
➤ MacU: Dowhaniuk plays OT hero as Griffins win wild one over Spartans to move past Golden Bears into second (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202602074mmf90) (with boxscore & video)
MacEwan continues their so-so type of season, with some good games and bad games seeming to pop up randomly. I suspect that they should complete their sweep of Holy Trinity. Not just the weekend sweep, they are now 5-0-0 against them this season. The Spartans usually have one good and one bad game each weekend.
February 10, 2026: BONUS POST
Many teams were posting late again following the Saturday games, so today I am posting game stories from Regina (who now post a weekend review covering both games), Alberta, MacEwan, and Trinity Western. There are also two additional stories from MacEwan.
And as we enter the final weekend in all three U-Sports conferences I have a complete standings review. The ACAC has two weekends left, and the BCIHL has three weekends left.
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Links:
➤ UofR: Saturday win secures weekend road split for Cougars (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/2/8/mens-hockey-saturday-win-secures-weekend-road-split-for-cougars.aspx) (with two boxscores)
There is much joy in Banjoland South with consecutive weekend splits, against Saskatchewan and Manitoba. I had thought they would be a decent enough opponent this year, though certainly last in the East Division.
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Links:
➤ UofA: UBC scores five unanswered in 5-2 win over Alberta (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/7/ubc-scores-five-unanswered-in-5-2-win-over-alberta.aspx) (with boxscore)
The Evil Monkeys used to have the best website in the CW. It has certainly slipped. But they put out a decent after-midnight game story here.
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Links:
➤ MacU: Griffins torch Spartans with program record 66 shots in 6-1 rout (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202602084of45k) (with boxscore & video)
➤ MacU: Chabot the first Griffin to win a Canada West player of the week honour three times in a season (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260210nz7kwu)
➤ MacU: Three Stars: Chabot, Obasuyi, Isley earn honours (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260210i1mmli)
➤ TWU: Spartans Senior Night Spoiled by Griffins (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/8/mens-hockey-spartans-senior-night-spoiled-by-griffins.aspx)
Both sides filed late game stories, and The Family Guys were definitely the more upbeat. Kaydn Chabot has been leading MacU all year, and in addition to having a good game on Saturday he was awarded with a CW Player-of-the-Week honour and one of Mac's three stars.
STANDINGS
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Note: The top 3 in each division make the CW playoffs, the top 6 in each division make the OUA playoffs, the top 6 in the AUS and ACAC make the playoffs, and the BCIHL playoff is a 5-team page system tournament.
Preview: February 13-14, 2026: MANITOBA at CALGARY
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MANITOBA BISONS (12-12-2, 17-19-2, OHT35 #17)
CALGARY DINOSAURS (17-8-1, 23-9-2, OHT35 #6)
Friday, February 13th at 7:00 MST/8:00 CST at Father David Bauer Arena, Calgary
Saturday, February 14th at 3:00 MST/4:00 CST at Father David Bauer Arena, Calgary
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02-13?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02-14?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Manitoba Links:
➤ GoBisons: Team Website (http://gobisons.ca/index.aspx?path=mhockey)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/5/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/5/117/all-months/homeaway?league=1&gametype=-1)
Other Links:
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
➤ YouTube: CBC YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports)
➤ CW: CBC Game of the Week Schedule (https://canadawest.org/cbctelusgameoftheweek)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-02-09_Top10)
➤ USports: Schedule/Links (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule) ∞ Standings (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/standings)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Last series:
➤ Nov 21/25: UC 4 UM 0: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4776)
➤ Nov 22/25: UC 5 UM 3: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4780)
This series is the only one where we don't see two sides battling for a space in the standings. Elsewhere, we have the battle for 2nd in the West Division, the battle for 1st in the East Division, and the battle for the wooden spoon.
The Bisons are going to finish 4th in the East Division, and anywhere from 5th to 7th overall.
The Dinos could finish 2nd or 3rd in the East Division. They are three points behind MRU. In the event they finish deadlocked on points, MRU holds the head-to-head tiebreaker (4 wins to 2). Hence, Bedrock U needs to sweep the Bisons and the Bluegars must lost twice in regulation time for a shift to occur.
In head-to-head games between the Dinos and Bisons thus far, the Dinos are up 4-0. However, the Bisons have been unfortunate in those games. Also, those games were all in the 1st semester, where the Dinos went 15-3-0 and were widely thought to be a national contender. They then started the 2nd semester with two wins in Regina. Since that time they have gone 0-5-1.
These teams have just one Top 20 scorer between them, namely Calgary's Adam Kydd (7-32-39), second in the CW scoring race. Each side has three more players in the second twenty. For the Dinos there is Hayden Pakkala (13-10-23), Jake Poole (11-12-23) and Sean Strange (4-19-23), and the Bisons are Skyler Bruce (10-14-24), Dawson Pasternak (5-19-24), and Jonny Hooker (10-11-21).
For those without CWTV, the Friday game is being live-streamed on CBC Gem and their YouTube channel. The links are not available as I post, with everything being buried in Olympic coverage. It seems there is a lot of interest in that tournament!
ELSEWHERE IN THE CW
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (19-5-2, 25-7-4, OHT35 #4)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (18-6-2, 22-8-2, OHT35 #7)
Links:
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies and MRU Cougars meet in divisional showdown (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/12/huskies-and-mru-cougars-meet-in-divisional-showdown/) (with audio interview, and play-by-play Friday and Saturday)
➤ MRU: Team Website (https://mrucougars.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
This is a first place showdown on the final weekend of the schedule. The Banjo-Mutts lead the Bluegars by two points, and the teams have two wins a-piece in head-to-head match-ups so far. The only way they could end up tied is if MRU wins both games in overtime. In any event, all Sask needs is one win by any measure and they get 1st place and a bye to the semi-final round and MRU needs two wins of any flavour to get 1st place.
Also, the East 1st place team would face the winner of the quarter-final series between the West 2nd place team and the East 3rd place team. That looks to me the relatively easier route to the final.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS (11-10-5, 14-14-5, OHT35 #22)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (10-12-2, 13-16-4, OHT35 #24)
Links:
➤ MacU: Graduating Senior Q&A: Boyle's leadership key for Griffins as they aim for home playoff date (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260212pmtayy)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
This is the battle for 2nd place in the West Division. The winner hosts the 3rd place team from the East Division in the quarter-finals, while the loser travels to face the 2nd place team from the East Division.
Who would have thought the Evil Monkeys would be the 2nd best team in Edmontown? Well, they trail The Family Guys by three points now. The Apes hold a 3-1 lead in head-to head, so two wins, with no more than one in overtime, would give them 2nd place.
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TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS (3-20-3, 7-22-3, OHT35 #33)
REGINA COUGARS (5-21-0, 7-23-2, OHT35 #31)
Links:
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ TWU: This Week in Sparta (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/11/general-this-week-in-sparta.aspx)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
Both of these teams have been practically eliminated from playoff contention for a long time now. This is their first meeting of the season, which seems appropriate. The Banjo-Cats are one point ahead of Holy Trinity and hold the tie-breaker. Regina is coming off splits against Saskatchewan and Manitoba, so they must be the favourites in this epic clash.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Feb 13 Trinity Western at Regina 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 MacEwan at Alberta 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Manitoba at Calgary 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Manitoba at Calgary 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Alberta at MacEwan 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Trinity Western at Regina 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 5:00 MST/6:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Wed Feb 11 McGill 4 Carleton 5
Thu Feb 12 Brock 2 Toronto Metropolitan 4
Thu Feb 12 Western Ontario 6 Guelph 4
Fri Feb 13 Toronto at Waterloo 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 U.Q.T.R. at R.M.C. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Laurier at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Concordia at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Windsor at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Queen's at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Carleton at Nipissing 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Concordia at R.M.C. 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Ottawa at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Queen's at Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Toronto Metropolitan at Waterloo 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 U.Q.T.R. at Ontario Tech 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Western Ontario at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Windsor at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Brock at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Wed Feb 11 Moncton 1 New Brunswick 4
Fri Feb 13 Acadia at Dalhousie 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 U.P.E.I. at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 Saint Mary's at St. F.X. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 St. F.X. at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Dalhousie at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Feb 13 Portage College at Briercrest College 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Feb 13 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST/7:45 CST
Fri Feb 13 Concordia-Edmonton at UA-Augustana 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Portage College at Briercrest College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 S.A.I.T. at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 UA-Augustana at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
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Fri Feb 13 Victoria at Logan Lake 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Victoria at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 13, 2026: DINOS RIDE EMPTY NETTERS TO VICTORY
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MANITOBA BISONS 1
CALGARY DINOSAURS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4838) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4838)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofC: Late flurry sees Dinos snap skid, down Bisons 4-1 (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/13/mens-hockey-late-flurry-sees-dinos-snap-skid-down-bisons-4-1.aspx) (with boxscore and video)
Quick Summary
Man: J. Arpin (12:13 2nd)
Calg: M. Stewart (12:49 2nd) , H. Pakkala (17:27 3rd) , A. Kydd (19:01 3rd) , R. Gannon (19:38 3rd)
Goal: Man: Holt (33 shots, 31 saves), Calg: Tetachuk (18 shots, 17 saves)
This was a 1-1 hockey game until Hayden Pakkala scored his 14th of the season with just over two minutes left to give the Dinos their first lead of the evening. A pair of empty-netters then put it away. This gave the Dinos a hope for a chance at 2nd place, because MRU was leading 2-1 at the time, but it was not to be. The Dinos are stuck in 3rd, and the Bisons in 4th. The only goal of significance on Saturday is therefore the Bison quest for a .500 season.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 5
REGINA COUGARS 2
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4840)
➤ TWU: Spartans Korzhyletskyi Gets the Hat-trick in Win over Regina (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/13/mens-hockey-spartans-korzhyletskyi-gets-the-hat-trick-in-win-over-regina.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofR: > (http://>) (with boxscore) (with boxscore and video)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
Quick Summary
TWU: D. Korzhyletskyi (10:37 1st) , L. Shearon (19:17 1st) , D. Korzhyletskyi (03:33 2nd) , D. Korzhyletskyi (07:37 2nd) , C. Farren (03:15 3rd)
Reg: E. Houk (13:23 1st) , C. Belitski (08:30 2nd)
Goal: TWU: Audet (42 shots, 40 saves), Reg: Ernst L (14 shots, 10 saves), Cunningham (10 shots, 9 saves)
This win moves Holy Trinity one point ahead of the Banjo-Cats in the race for 8th place. I saw the beginning, since this was the only game which started at 7:00 pm CST. Regina could not get a save from their goaltender. He was yanked after giving up 4 goals. The Kittens actually had a wide edge in play.
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MACEWAN GRIFFINS 6
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 2
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4837)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
Quick Summary
MacU: S. Simard (10:12 1st) , E. Sundar (11:26 1st) , L. Dowhaniuk (00:23 2nd) , S. Simard (02:54 2nd) , C. Cabana (07:35 3rd) , V. Scott (18:13 3rd)
Alta: R. Melnyk (06:29 1st) , J. Joly (17:04 1st)
Goal: MacU: Ironside (34 shots, 32 saves), Alta: Sim (29 shots, 24 saves)
Since this one had the same start time as the Bison game, and the MRU/Sask battle for first was my back-up game, I never saw it. This assures The Family Guys of a 2nd place finish and they will host Calgary in next week's quarter-final. The Evil Monkeys just haven't got it, especially with a backup goaltender necessitated. I would not wager on either side advancing.
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SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 2
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4839)
➤ UofS: Cougars Set Up Division Title Game With 3-2 Win (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/13/mens-hockey-cougars-set-up-division-title-game-with-3-2-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Men's Hockey Section (https://huskiefan.ca/mens-hockey/)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Third period comeback gives the Cougars massive win, clinch home playoff series (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/13/general-mhky-third-period-comeback-gives-the-cougars-massive-win-clinch-home-playoff-series.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: C. Roulette (01:59 1st) , C. Stebbings (07:08 2nd)
MRU: V. Watterodt (13:12 1st) , S. Moe (13:18 3rd) , J. Lies (17:33 3rd)
Goal: Sask: Maier (27 shots, 24 saves), MRU: Farkas (20 shots, 18 saves)
The Banjo-Mutts led the game 2-1 entering the 3rd period, despite having been outplayed. So it was poetic justice that the Bluegars rallied in the 3rd for a win. This means that Saturday's rematch is a first place showdown, and that Calgary cannot steal 2nd spot. The loser will host the Evil Monkeys, and be heavy favourites. The winner will face the winner of the quarter-final series between MacEwan and Calgary.
A lot of big-time goal scorers scored in this one. Connor Roulette (15th) and Carter Stebbings (13th) scored for the Mutts. Vaughn Watterodt (9th), Spencer Moe (11th), and Justine Lies (14th) replied for the Bluegars.
NEXT UP
Sat Feb 14 Manitoba at Calgary 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Alberta at MacEwan 3:00 MST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Trinity Western at Regina 5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 5:00 MST/6:00 CST
OUT EAST
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Fri Feb 13 Toronto 4 Waterloo 2
Fri Feb 13 U.Q.T.R. 4 R.M.C. 5 (ot)
Fri Feb 13 Laurier 6 York 2
Fri Feb 13 Concordia 4 Ottawa 1
Fri Feb 13 Windsor 3 Lakehead 7
Fri Feb 13 Queen's 4 Ontario Tech 3
Fri Feb 13 Carleton 4 Nipissing 5 (ot)
Sat Feb 14 Concordia at R.M.C. 2:00 EST/1:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Ottawa at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Queen's at Nipissing 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Toronto Metropolitan at Waterloo 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 U.Q.T.R. at Ontario Tech 5:00 EST/4:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Western Ontario at York 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Windsor at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Brock at Toronto 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
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Fri Feb 13 U.P.E.I. 6 Moncton 2
Fri Feb 13 Saint Mary's 2 St. F.X. 3 (so)
Fri Feb 13 Acadia 3 Dalhousie 1
Sat Feb 14 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 St. F.X. at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 Dalhousie at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Fri Feb 13 Portage College 7 Briercrest College 6 (ot)
Fri Feb 13 N.A.I.T. 4 S.A.I.T. 3 (ot)
Fri Feb 13 Concordia-Edmonton 4 UA-Augustana 2
Sat Feb 14 Portage College at Briercrest College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 S.A.I.T. at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Feb 14 UA-Augustana at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
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Fri Feb 13 Victoria 8 Logan Lake 5
Sat Feb 14 Victoria at Simon Fraser 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 14, 2026: BISON SEASON ENDS WITH SHOOTOUT LOSS
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MANITOBA BISONS 2
CALGARY DINOSAURS 3
(in a shootout)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4841) : Game Report (https://lscluster.hockeytech.com/game_reports/official-game-report.php?lang_id=1&client_code=canadawest&game_id=4841)
➤ UofM: Team Website (https://gobisons.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofC: Seniors play big role in shootout win to close regular season (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/14/mens-hockey-seniors-play-big-role-in-shootout-win-to-close-regular-season.aspx) (with boxscore and video)
Quick Summary
Man: G. Lane (15:53 1st) , D. Pasternak (06:04 2nd)
Calg: H. Pakkala (17:01 1st) , G. Schmidt (02:01 3rd)
Goal: Man: Kieper (39 shots, 37 saves), Calg: Stankowski (27 shots, 25 saves)
Shootout
Calg Hayden Pakkala No
Man Lucas Brennan No
Calg Adam Kydd Yes
Man Skyler Bruce No
Calg Brendan Lee No
Man Dawson Pasternak No
The CW regular season came to an end on Saturday night. This shootout loss for the Bisons means they finish one point under .500. The playoff picture looks like this:
Calgary at MacEwan, winner plays Mount Royal
Alberta at Saskatchewan, winner plays UBC
The Dinos graduating seniors were honoured, and they include goaltender Carl Stankowski, leading scorer Adam Kydd, and their leading scorer amongst defenceman, Sean Strange.
This was a step forward for the Bisons, who likely deserved a playoff berth. The screwy CW divisional set-up rotates so that they are slated to play in a BC-Prairie division with Saskatchewan, Regina, UBC, and Trinity Western next year.
OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
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TRINITY WESTERN SPARTANS 2
REGINA COUGARS 4
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4844)
➤ TWU: Team Website (https://gospartans.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UofR: Team Website (http://www.reginacougars.com/index.aspx?path=mhockey&)
Quick Summary
TWU: M. Simchuk (03:50 2nd) , M. Simchuk (13:11 3rd)
Reg: E. Houk (10:29 2nd) , J. Doucet (13:01 2nd) , K. Runke (06:15 3rd) , C. Whyte (19:59 3rd)
Goal: TWU: Sommer (31 shots, 28 saves), Reg: Cunningham (29 shots, 27 saves)
The season ends on a positive note for the Banjo-Cats, as they jump over Holy Trinity to avoid the wooden spoon. It was senior night for the Kittens, and they have nine (9) graduating players. That means they require a massive recruiting effort just to tread water. Leaving are Eric Pearce, Logan Barlage, Carter Belitski, Ayden Third, Paycen Bjorklund, Eric Houk, Jaxon Steele, Jackson Doucet, and Matt Culling. That list includes their top seven scorers.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BbBpfS49/Alberta-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/FKqZ1DSy/Macewan-2025-white-nowords-50x50.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 5
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 3
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4837)
➤ UofA (Friday late): Griffins skate past Golden Bears on Friday night (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/13/griffins-skate-past-golden-bears-on-friday-night.aspx)
➤ MacU (Friday late): Griffins clinch home-ice advantage in the first round of the playoffs after huge 6-2 win over Alberta (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202602145dnk2n)
Quick Summary
Alta: J. Hall (07:41 1st) , V. Lamanna (07:46 2nd) , N. Boyko (10:53 2nd) , V. Lamanna (12:14 2nd) , J. Joly (19:26 3rd)
MacU: E. Sundar (08:18 1st) , M. Gauld (12:20 1st) , C. Chorney (08:35 2nd)
Goal: Alta: Barwick (13 shots, 10 saves), Sim W (9 shots, 9 saves), MacU: Onyskiw L (13 shots, 9 saves), Ironside (12 shots, 12 saves)
This game was anti-climatic following MacEwan's clinching of 2nd place on Friday night. Both sides pulled their starting goaltender, and have big question marks heading into the playoffs. In my opinion, both sides are heavy underdogs.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 6
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4843)
➤ UofS: Huskie Comeback Comes Up Short As Cougars Secure East Division Title With 6-4 Win (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/14/mens-hockey-huskie-comeback-comes-up-short-as-cougars-secure-east-division-title-with-6-4-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan (Friday late): Huskies first place plans postponed by late Cougars comeback (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/14/huskies-first-place-plans-postponed-by-late-cougars-comeback/)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Cougars down Huskies in season finale, clinch bye to semifinal (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/14/general-mhky-cougars-down-huskies-in-season-finale-clinch-bye-to-semifinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: C. Bertholet (12:05 2nd) , D. Holt (04:20 3rd) , C. Hayes (11:26 3rd) , C. Petruic (17:45 3rd)
MRU: J. Lies (07:46 1st) , T. Patton (08:56 1st) , T. Patton (11:25 1st) , V. Watterodt (07:50 2nd) , K. Walker (09:13 3rd) , V. Watterodt (19:41 3rd)
Goal: Sask: Maier (13 shots, 10 saves), Kooy (24 shots, 22 saves), MRU: Farkas (27 shots, 23 saves)
The Bluegars have steadily improved all season and really deserved this win. The Banjo-Mutts remain a threat to anybody, even UBC should they win their quarter-final and cross-over for the semi-final round. Of note, the Mutts' new goaltender Nolan Meier was yanked to be replaced by former #1 Jordan Kooy. Their goaltending was fine before, and it seems that this 3-goalie system has disrupted things. This is one thing to check out for the playoffs.
NEXT UP
Quarter-finals
TBD Calgary at MacEwan (winner plays Mount Royal)
TBD Alberta at Saskatchewan (winner plays UBC)
OUT EAST
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Sat Feb 14 Concordia 4 R.M.C. 3
Sat Feb 14 Ottawa 0 McGill 4
Sat Feb 14 Queen's 4 Nipissing 0
Sat Feb 14 Toronto Metropolitan 3 Waterloo 0
Sat Feb 14 U.Q.T.R. 4 Ontario Tech 1
Sat Feb 14 Western Ontario 4 York 6
Sat Feb 14 Windsor 4 Lakehead 2
Sat Feb 14 Brock 4 Toronto 2
Sat Feb 14 Laurier 4 Guelph 3 (ot)
Playoff schedule TBA.
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Sat Feb 14 New Brunswick 2 U.P.E.I. 1
Sat Feb 14 St. F.X. 2 Acadia 1 (ot)
Sat Feb 14 Dalhousie 1 Saint Mary's 8
Playoff schedule TBA.
Links:
➤ USports: Presto Schedule & Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/)
➤ AUS: Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule?jsRendering=true)
OUT WEST
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Sat Feb 14 Portage College 6 Briercrest College 4
Sat Feb 14 S.A.I.T. 1 N.A.I.T. 4
Sat Feb 14 UA-Augustana 1 Concordia-Edmonton 3
Fri Feb 20 Briercrest College at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST
Fri Feb 20 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST
Fri Feb 20 Concordia-Edmonton at Portage College 7:00 MST
Sat Feb 21 Briercrest College at N.A.I.T. 2:00 MST
Sat Feb 21 Portage College at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST
Sat Feb 21 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST `
Non-Conference Game
Wed Jan 21 Chinese National Team 3 UA-Augustana 1
This was not previously reported, which means China was 4-4-0 on their tour.
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Sat Feb 14 Victoria 6 Simon Fraser 2
Fri Feb 20 Logan Lake at Victoria 7:30 PST
Sat Feb 21 Logan Lake at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST
Sat Feb 21 Simon Fraser at Okanagan 5:30 PST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 15, 2026: LATE LINKS
There were two teams who posted late game stories, with the Bisons, Regina, and Alberta still not reporting.
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Links:
➤ MacU: A night after clinching home-ice, Griffins experience a letdown in 5-3 loss to Golden Bears (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/202602152mxpf1) (with boxscore & video)
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Links:
➤ TWU: Spartans Drop Final Game of the Season to Regina (https://gospartans.ca/news/2026/2/15/mens-hockey-spartans-drop-final-game-of-the-season-to-regina.aspx) (with boxscore)
USPORTS STANDINGS
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(https://i.postimg.cc/CK2kV79v/26_02_15_OUA_Standings_250px.jpg)
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USPORTS PLAYOFF SCHEDULES
Canada West
TBD
OUA
Wed Feb 18 Lakehead at Brock 6:00 EST/5:00 CST
Wed Feb 18 Queen's at McGill 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Feb 18 Ottawa at Ontario Tech 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Wed Feb 18 Guelph at Laurier 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 McGill at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Feb 21 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
TBD Queen's at McGill *if necessary
TBD Guelph at Laurier *if necessary
AUS
Wed Feb 18 UPEI at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Feb 18 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Saint Mary's at UPEI 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Acadia at St. FX 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sun Feb 22 UPEI at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
February 18, 2026: PLAYOFFS START OUT EAST
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Links:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Friday (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-2-20?league=5&season=187&division=-1)
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Saturday (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-2-21?league=5&season=187&division=-1)
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Sunday (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-2-22?league=5&season=187&division=-1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/s2dGG8Cb/Lakehead-2022-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/5yxwYrLf/Brock-2022-50x50.jpg)
LAKEHEAD THUNDERWOLVES 5
BROCK BADGERS 8
(Brock leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31184)
Lakehead was on the road here, but get games 2 and 3 at home. In the OUA they have a 1-2 split instead of a 1-1-1 split when the teams are a certain distance apart. I am pulling for the Thundermutts because they have come to Winnipeg the last three years in pre-season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/V69F4RVY/Guelph-2025-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/0jQzq17K/Laurier-2022-50-X50.jpg)
GUELPH GRYPHONS 2
LAURIER GOLDEN HAWKS 1
(Guelph leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31187)
Guelph outshot Laurier 47-13, so it is quite something that it was just a 2-1 game. I rated this one as a toss-up.
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/8PKFNgvx/Mc-Gill-2025-red-on-white-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 6
MCGILL REDBIRDS 2
(Queen's leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31178)
This lop-sided score ranks as a surprise. The stats were not so one-sided, though. UQTR and Concordia have the first round byes, so McGill needs to win to make it a predominantly Quebec playoff division, which the OUA East is normally.
(https://i.postimg.cc/2yMSRbzg/Ottawa-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/9Mxfbgsm/Ontario-Tech-2022-50x50.jpg)
OTTAWA GEEGEES 2
ONTARIO TECH RIDGEBACKS 1
(in double overtime)
(Ottawa leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31181)
Ottawa won the U-Cup last year, but they are in tough in this series. They are at home in games two and three.
Next Up:
Fri Feb 20 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 McGill at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Feb 21 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Feb 22 Queen's at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 Guelph at Laurier 6:30 EST/7:30 CST *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS Presto: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
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ST. FRANCIS XAVIER X-MEN 4
ACADIA AXEMEN 1
(St. FX leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ AUS Presto: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260218_jm2z.xml)
This is the 3rd v 6th match-up, however Acadia had 39 points and the Jeremies had 31 points in the regular season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMBk4fhj/UPEI-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/CxyZ7vP0/SMU-2021-50x50.jpg)
U.P.E.I. PANTHERS 5
SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES 2
(UPEI leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260218_2n0q.xml)
This result means that the lower seeds both won on the road and have home games on Friday, where they could win the series. New Brunswick and Moncton have byes through this quarter-final round.
Next Up
Fri Feb 20 Saint Mary's at UPEI 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Acadia at St. FX 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sun Feb 22 UPEI at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Preview: February 20-22, 2026: CWUAA QUARTER-FINALS
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Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02->?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02->?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Sunday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-02->?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Other Links:
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-02-17_Top10)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Season Schedule (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PqHk1V0x/Alberta-green-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/jjyZ4QmS/Sask-head-green-50x50.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS (11-13-4, 14-17-4, OHT35 #25)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (19-7-2, 25-9-4, OHT35 #7)
Links:
➤ UofA (Saturday late): Bears close out regular season with 5-3 win at MacEwan (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/14/bears-close-out-regular-season-with-5-3-win-at-macewan.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ Huskie Fan: Bears-Huskies...another playoff series in a classic rivalry (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/19/bears-huskies-another-playoff-series-in-a-classic-rivalry/)
In the CW criss-cross playoff format, the Banjo-Mutts, as the 2nd place team from the East Division, host the Evil Monkeys, the 3rd place team from the West Division. The winner of this series will then face UBC in the semi-final round.
Going into the season, there were high hopes in Saskatown. Although they had a respectable season, they never quite seemed to hit their stride. The Monkeys were hard to gauge, after being racked by NCAA defections. However, a sub-.500 season is hard to fathom. They only made the playoffs because of the CW's split divisional format.
These teams played just once, on January 23-24, with Sask sweeping by scores of 7-4 and 6-2.
Sask is led by three of the top nine scorers in the CW, forwards Chantz Petruic (26 GP, 18 G, 18 A, 36 Pts), Dawson Holt (28 GP, 14 G, 22 A, 36 Pts), and Connor Roulette (28 GP, 15 G, 20 A, 35 Pts). Defenceman Landon Kosior was 17th (28 GP, 4 G, 25 A, 29 Pts). Forward Carter Stebbings also had a good season (27 GP, 13 G, 10 A, 23 Pts).
The conference had 7 players tied for 20th with 26 points, and three of those were Monkeys: Adam Hall (27 GP, 15 G, 11 A, 26 Pts), Justin Hall (22 GP, 9 G, 17 A, 26 Pts), and defenceman Dawson Davidson (27 GP, 2 G, 4 A, 26 Pts).
Goaltending is a question mark for both teams.
For Alberta, 4th year Ethan Kruger was their #1 goalie all season. I infer he was hurt on February 6th when he left a game against UBC and never did return. His career stats took a bit of a downturn this year, which reflects the team in front of him. This year's numbers were around league average (7-6-3, 3.20 GAA, .891 S%). They now have to make do with two rookies, Drew Sim and Ethan Barwick.
For Saskatchewan, second semester addition Nolan Meier was handed the #1 position. His numbers were pretty good (6-2-0, 2.98 GAA, .889 S%) but not quite as good as Jordan Kooy (7-3-2, 2.86 GAA, .902 S%) and Bryan Thompson (6-2-0, 2.35 GAA, .916 S%).
All-in-all, the Mutts have to be considered a prohibitive favourite to win this series.
(https://i.postimg.cc/SNw4xxrc/Calgary-2013-red-no-words-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/YCd8Bpqy/Macewan-2025-maroon-nowords-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS (19-8-1, 25-9-2, OHT35 #5)
MACEWAN GRIFFINS (12-11-5, 15-15-5, OHT35 #21)
Links:
➤ UofC: Team Website (http://www.godinos.com/index.aspx?tab=hockey-men&path=mhockey)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
➤ MacU: Three Stars: Simard, Rolph, Breitenbach earn honours (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260217lc5kgu)
➤ MacU: Battle-tested Griffins at the top of their game as they face stingy, speedy, hard-working Dinos in first round (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/20260219qx4clp)
This series is odd in that MacEwan (as the 2nd place team in the West Division with 29 points) gets to host the series, even though Calgary (as the 3rd place team in the East Division with 39 points) was vastly superior. The winner of this series will face MRU in the semi-final round.
The Family Guys deserve credit for making the playoffs two years in a row now, but they really caught a break here. In the regular season, Calgary won both ends of the home-and-home 5-3 and 4-1 on the World Series weekend.
At one point, the Dinos were having a Yabba Dabba Doo time, leading the CW and flirting with a #1 ranking nation-wide. However, in pre-season most observers had their doubts about this team, only to see them exceed those expectations from the pre-season to the Christmas break.
The Dinos are heavily reliant on Adam Kydd, 2nd in CW scoring (28 GP, 8 G, 33 A, 41 Pts). Fellow forwards Hayden Pakkala (28 GP, 15 G, 11 A, 26 Pts), Jake Poole (26 GP, 11 G, 13 A, 24 Pts), and Gavin Schmidt (28 GP, 8 G, 13 A, 21 Pts) also had good seasons, and defenceman Sean Strange (28 GP, 4 G, 19 A, 23 Pts) was 6th amongst blueliners in the CW.
Meanwhile, MacEwan has fewer players of renown. Kadyn Chabot (27 GP, 18 G, 17 A, 35 Pts) was frequently given awards and recognition all season. Other major contributors were Sam Simard (28 GP, 12 G, 16 A, 28 Pts), Ethan Sundar (27 GP, 10 G, 15 A, 25 Pts), and Vincent Scott (22 GP, 8 G, 14 A, 22 Pts).
The Bedrock Boys have more reliable goaltending. The duo of Carl Tetachuk and Carl Stankowski could be the CW's best duo, and have been for four years. (Stankowski is in his 5th season.)
For The Family Guys, Eric Ward was the #1, then Zac Onyskiw assumed that role, but down the stretch former #3 Carson Ironside started the last three games. I don't know if there are injury issues, and don't know what to expect.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Feb 20 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Calgary at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Calgary at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sun Feb 22 Alberta at Saskatchewan 6:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 Calgary at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST *if necessary
OUT EAST
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Fri Feb 20 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 McGill at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Feb 21 Ontario Tech at Ottawa 3:00 EST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST *if necessary
Sat Feb 21 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Feb 22 Queen's at McGill 3:00 EST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 Guelph at Laurier 6:30 EST/7:30 CST *if necessary
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Fri Feb 20 Saint Mary's at UPEI 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Acadia at St. FX 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sun Feb 22 UPEI at Saint Mary's 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Links:
➤ OUA: Daily Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule & Results (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
OUT WEST
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Fri Feb 20 Briercrest College at N.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Fri Feb 20 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST/7:45 CST
Fri Feb 20 Concordia-Edmonton at Portage College 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Briercrest College at N.A.I.T. 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Portage College at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
(End of ACAC regular season.)
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Fri Feb 20 Logan Lake at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Sat Feb 21 Logan Lake at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Feb 21 Simon Fraser at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
➤ BCIHL: YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 20, 2026: WEST STARTS, FIRST ELIMINATIONS HAPPEN OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/BbBpfS49/Alberta-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 0
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 5
(Saskatchewan leads series 1-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4987)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofS: Huskies Blank Golden Bears 5–0 to Take Game 1 of Canada West Quarterfinal Series (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/20/mens-hockey-huskies-blank-golden-bears-5-0-to-take-game-1-of-canada-west-quarterfinal-series.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies strike first against Bears (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/20/huskies-strike-first-against-bears/) (with live audio link)
Quick Summary
Alta: none
Sask: C. Roulette (02:01 1st) , J. Penner (02:15 2nd) , C. Petruic (09:29 2nd) , L. Keeler (08:59 3rd) , C. Petruic (19:13 3rd)
Goal: Kruger L (16 shots, 13 saves), Sim (11 shots, 9 saves), Maier (30 shots, 30 saves)
The Banjo-Mutts started fast, however the Evil Monkeys rallied and the play was actually very even. The score was misleading. Ethan Kruger made his return to the Monkey Enclosure but did not last. Perhaps returning from injury a little too soon?
Through two periods, the Monkeys were 0-for-4 on the PP, and trailed the game 3-0. Even one goal on those opportunities would have made for an interesting 3rd period.
Remember, if you don't have CWTV, you can listen to an audio link at the Huskie Fan link.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/FKqZ1DSy/Macewan-2025-white-nowords-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS 6
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 4
(Calgary leads series 1-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4990)
➤ UofC: Special teams fuel Dinos' series-opening win (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/20/mens-hockey-special-teams-fuels-dinos-series-opening-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
Quick Summary
Calg: B. Lee (11:27 1st) , H. Pakkala (16:59 1st) , B. Lee (19:12 1st) , M. Stewart (15:59 2nd) , H. Pakkala (19:18 2nd) , J. Poole (18:54 3rd)
MacU: M. Gauld (08:49 1st) , E. Sundar (07:40 2nd) , S. Simard (10:44 2nd) , D. Jean Jr. (02:21 3rd)
Goal: Calg: Stankowski (33 shots, 29 saves), MacU: Ironside (19 shots, 14 saves)
The Family Guys seemed to be playing catch-up all night in this one. They scored first, but then trailed 3-1. They evened the game by mid-way through the 2nd, then entered the 3rd down 5-3. Bedrock U was really on their back foot all period, being outshot 15-5. However, all Mac could do was come within one before an empty-netter sealed the deal. Of note, the Dinos were 3-for-3 on the PP.
Mac's leading scorer, Kadyn Chabot, got a 10 minute misconduct after the empty-netter. I suspect for the use of one or more of George Carlin's seven words.
NEXT UP
Sat Feb 21 Alberta at Saskatchewan 7:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Calgary at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sun Feb 22 Alberta at Saskatchewan 6:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Feb 22 Calgary at MacEwan 7:00 MST/8:00 CST *if necessary
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
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BROCK BADGERS 2
LAKEHEAD THUNDERWOLVES 3
(in double overtime)
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31185)
Brock has pulled up their socks at the end of the season. Lakehead was flirting with 1st in the OUA West for most of the season, now they are in tough.
(https://i.postimg.cc/8PKFNgvx/Mc-Gill-2025-red-on-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg)
MCGILL REDBIRDS 1
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 2
(in overtime)
(Queen's wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31179)
This is a surprise result. Queen's did not make the playoffs until the last day of the season when they won a head-to-head encounter with Nipissing. I believe that as the #6 seed, they will play #1 UQTR in the OUA East semi-finals. The shot clock was 43-19 in favour of Queen's, which is unusual in a big upset like this.
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ONTARIO TECH RIDGEBACKS 0
OTTAWA GEEGEES 4
(Ottawa wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31182)
The defending champs are off to the OUA East semi-finals, where I believe they will face Concordia (Montreal).
Next Up
Sat Feb 21 Brock at Lakehead 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Laurier at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Feb 22 Guelph at Laurier 6:30 EST/7:30 CST *if necessary
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Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
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ACADIA AXEMEN 4
ST. FRANCIS XAVIER X-MEN 1
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260220_tc77.xml)
Since the Cajuns were challenging for 1st place all year, it makes sense that they were not swept in this one. They return home for game 3.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CxyZ7vP0/SMU-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/CMBk4fhj/UPEI-2021-50x50.jpg)
SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES 2
U.P.E.I. PANTHERS 3
(UPEI wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260220_l33k.xml)
The SMUskies get bounced in two straight, but their season is not over. They host the Nationals, so they have a couple weeks of R&R. They outshot the Spuds 42-28, 16-5 in the 3rd period. I believe that if St. FX wins their series, they play UNB and UPEI would play Moncton in the next round. However, if Acadia wins, they play Moncton and UPEI would face UNB.
Next Up
Sun Feb 22 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
OUT WEST
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Fri Feb 20 Briercrest College 3 N.A.I.T. 1
Fri Feb 20 Red Deer Poly 4 S.A.I.T. 2
Fri Feb 20 Concordia-Edmonton 4 Portage College 3 (ot)
Sat Feb 21 Briercrest College at N.A.I.T. 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 Portage College at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 21 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
NOTE: By CUE beating Portage in overtime, both sides moved ahead of Augustana, who have a bye, and assured playoff berths for themselves.
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Fri Feb 20 Logan Lake 2 Victoria 5
Sat Feb 21 Simon Fraser at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
Sat Feb 21 Logan Lake at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 21, 2026: A NIGHT OF WESTERN SWEEPS
(https://i.postimg.cc/BbBpfS49/Alberta-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
ALBERTA GOLDEN BEARS 2
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 3
(in overtime)
(Saskatchewan wins series 2-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4988)
➤ UofA: Team Website (https://bearsandpandas.ca/sports/mhockey?path=mhockey)
➤ UofA (Friday late): Huskies best Bears 5-0 in playoff opener (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/21/huskies-best-bears-5-0-in-playoff-opener.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofS: Team Website (https://huskies.usask.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ Huskie Fan: Keaton Sorenson scores overtime winner (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/22/keaton-sorenson-scores-overtime-winner/) (with live audio link)
Quick Summary
Alta: A. Yakimchuk (19:47 2nd) , J. Hall (19:08 3rd)
Sask: C. Roulette (01:17 1st) , J. Pillar (15:25 2nd) , K. Sorensen (10:15 1st OT)
Goal: Sim (26 shots, 23 saves), Maier (30 shots, 28 saves)
The Banjo-Mutts gained a measure of revenge over their perennial nemesis from next door with an entertaining overtime win. The Evil Monkeys deserve credit for not going down without a fight. Sask built a 2-0 lead and held the majority of the play. However, the Monkeys scored in the last minute of the 2nd period to give them some hope.
The 3rd period marked a turn-around. The Monkeys controlled most of the play, outshooting the Mutts 8-4. However, they never scored until they pulled the goaltender in the final minute of play.
However, the Mutts regained control in the overtime. They had a goal called back because the net was knocked off. There was a pile of players, looking like a football line of scrimmage play, or a rugby ruck. This just delayed the inevitable, I suppose. Keaton Sorenson netted the winner after a big scramble around the Monkey net.
In a line-up note, the Monkeys started Drew Sim in goal, and Ethan Kruger did not dress. Their backup was 2nd year Ethan Lawczynski, who has never seen action in a CW regular season game.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/FKqZ1DSy/Macewan-2025-white-nowords-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS 4
MACEWAN GRIFFINS 1
(Calgary wins series 2-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4991)
➤ UofC: Team Website (https://godinos.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ MacU (Friday late): Griffins outscore Dinos 5-on-5, but lethal Calgary power play the difference in Game 1 defeat (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202602212v3as6) (with boxscore & video)
➤ MacU: Team Website (http://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/index)
Quick Summary
Calg: P. Bocharov (03:16 3rd) , A. Kydd (05:41 3rd) , J. Poole (17:51 3rd) , L. Hauer (19:27 3rd)
MacU: C. Cabana (13:24 2nd)
Goal: Calg: Tetachuk (25 shots, 24 saves), MacU: Ironside (24 shots, 22 saves)
The Family Guys led 1-0 going into the 3rd period, and a pair of empty-netters embellished the Dinos' scoreline. This was my back-up viewing for most of the night, but it was a typcially defensive playoff game.
Bedrock U now returns to Calgary where they will face MRU next weekend in the semi-finals. MRU's home rink is the Flames Community Arenas, which is a very low-capacity facility. I wonder if they will be able to line up one of Calgary's arena options, such as the Winsport Arena often used for curling events. It seats about 3,000.
NEXT UP
Fri Feb 27 Saskatchewan at UBC TBA
Fri Feb 27 Calgary at Mount Royal TBA
OUT EAST
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Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
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BROCK BADGERS 4
LAKEHEAD THUNDERWOLVES 2
(Brock wins series 2-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31186)
This has to rank as a disappointment for Lakehead. I always root for them, as a former GPAC team and frequent visitor to Manitoba. Brock has come on late this season.
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LAURIER GOLDEN HAWKS 6
GUELPH GRYPHONS 3
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31188)
Laurier staved off elimination here. This is the only undecided divisional quarter-final series out of four in the OUA.
Next Up
Sun Feb 22 Guelph at Laurier 6:30 EST/7:30 CST
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Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
No games on Saturday.
Next Up
Sun Feb 22 St. FX at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
OUT WEST
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Sat Feb 21 Briercrest College 2 N.A.I.T. 8
Sat Feb 21 Portage College 5 Concordia-Edmonton 2
Sat Feb 21 S.A.I.T. 5 Red Deer Poly 2
NOTE: This ends the ACAC regular season. Portage College, Briercrest College, Concordia (Edmonton), and Augustana all finish at 9-15, with OTLs sorting the standings. Those four teams and NAIT were all 5-9 at one point this season. Playoff schedules are TBA.
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Sat Feb 21 Logan Lake 1 Vancouver Island 10
Sat Feb 21 Simon Fraser 2 Okanagan 4
Fri Feb 27 Simon Fraser at Victoria 7:30 PST/9:30 CST
Fri Feb 27 Okanagan at Logan Lake 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST/9:15 CST
Sat Feb 28 Logan Lake at Okanagan 5:30 PST/7:30 CST
(End of BCIHL regular season.)
Non-Conference Games
Fri Feb 27 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Stonehill College 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Stonehill College 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Links:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
February 22, 2026: SUNDAY MORNING LINKS
The various game reports from around the CW were posted too late for me, so here they are now.
The semi-final schedule is also out now.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BbBpfS49/Alberta-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
Links:
➤ UofA: Bears' season ends with OT loss to Saskatchewan (https://bearsandpandas.ca/news/2026/2/22/bears-season-ends-with-ot-loss-to-saskatchewan.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ UofS: Sorensen the Overtime Hero as Huskies Sweep Bears, Advance to Canada West Semifinal (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/22/mens-hockey-sorensen-the-overtime-hero-as-huskies-sweep-bears-advance-to-canada-west-semifinal.aspx)(with boxscore) : RP CanadaWest.org (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/20260222coj423)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/FKqZ1DSy/Macewan-2025-white-nowords-50x50.jpg)
Links:
➤ UofC: Dinos sweep away Griffins, move on to face Mount Royal (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/21/mens-hockey-dinos-sweep-away-griffins-move-on-to-face-mount-royal.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ MacU: Heartbreak for Griffins as their season ends following tight Game 2 loss to Calgary (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202602223e05lj)(with boxscore & video) : RP CanadaWest.org (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202602221yg6pq)
NEXT UP
Fri Feb 27 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Feb 27 Saskatchewan at UBC 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Saskatchewan at UBC 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sun Mar 1 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 1 Saskatchewan at UBC 7:00 PST/9:00 CST *if necessary
OUT WEST
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The ACAC wrapped up their regular season on Saturday. I update the standings for both the ACAC and the BCIHL, the latter of which wraps up next weekend.
The ACAC quarter-final schedule has also been released.
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NEXT UP
Fri Feb 27 Briercrest College at Portage College 2:00 MST/3:00 CST
Fri Feb 27 Concordia-Edmonton at NAIT 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Briercrest College at Portage College 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 NAIT at Concordia-Edmonton 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sun Mar 1 Briercrest College at Portage College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 1 Concordia-Edmonton at NAIT 6:30 MST/7:30 CST *if necessary
February 25, 2026: OUA STARTS DIVISION SEMI-FINALS
OUT EAST
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Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/5yxwYrLf/Brock-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/59T4tzVR/Toronto-Metropolitan-2022-blue-on-white-50x50.jpg)
BROCK BADGERS 2
TORONTO METROPOLITAN BOLD 6
(TMU leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31204)
This was decisive, after Brock surprised Lakehead in the opening round.
(https://i.postimg.cc/V69F4RVY/Guelph-2025-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg)
GUELPH GRYPHONS 2
WINDSOR LANCERS 5
(Windsor leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31213)
The powerplays were clicking here. Guelph was 2-for-8, Windsor was 3-for-9. The OUA West favourites have it together, so it seems.
(https://i.postimg.cc/2yMSRbzg/Ottawa-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg)
OTTAWA GEEGEES 1
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 4
(UQTR leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31207)
The Patriotes drew more than 1,000 fans for this one. Outside of Thunder Bay, that's pretty good for a Wednesday night in the OUA.
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/90kZ8Yr9/Concordia-2022-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 3
CONCORDIA STINGERS 2
(Concordia leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31207)
The Queens have been a late season surprise. They beat Nipissing on the last day of the season in a game for a playoff berth, and followed with an upset win over McGill. This was the only close game, and only upset, of the evening.
Next Up
Thu Feb 26 Windsor at Guelph 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Fri Feb 27 U.Q.T.R. at Ottawa 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Fri Feb 27 Concordia at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sat Feb 28 Toronto Metropolitan at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Guelph at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:300 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 01 Queen's at Concordia 2:00 EST/1:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 01 Brock at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 01 Ottawa at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
Next Up
Fri Feb 27 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Fri Feb 27 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
February 27, 2026: MRU & SASK ON TRACK FOR FINALS, OUA GETS TWO MORE SWEEPS (https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)
CALGARY DINOSAURS 2 MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 6 (MRU leads series 1-0) Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/5002)
➤ UofC: Kydd, Stankowski, Pakkala all earn postseason honours (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/27/mens-hockey-kydd-stankowski-pakkala-all-earn-postseason-honours.aspx)
➤ UofC: Dinos stumble in Game 1 of CW semifinal (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/27/mens-hockey-dinos-stumble-in-game-1-of-cw-semifinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MRU: HKY: 7 Cougars named to Canada West All Star and All Rookie teams (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/27/general-hky-7-cougars-named-to-canada-west-all-star-and-all-rookie-teams.aspx)
➤ MRU: MHKY Semifinal Preview: Playoff edition of Crowchild Classic inbound as Cougars set to host Dinos (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/26/general-mhky-semifinal-preview-playoff-edition-of-crowchild-classic-inbound-as-cougars-set-to-host-dinos.aspx)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Cougars dominate Dinos to take game one of semifinal (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/27/general-mhky-cougars-dominate-dinos-to-take-game-one-of-semifinal.aspx) (with boxscore) Quick SummaryCalg: J. Poole (15:15 1st) , S. Strange (18:52 2nd)
MRU: T. Komzak (05:29 1st) , M. Ladyman (16:39 1st) , B. Stevenson (01:17 2nd) , T. Patton (09:12 2nd) , V. Watterodt (17:24 3rd) , J. Tarzwell (19:21 3rd)
Goal: Calg: Tetachuk (27 shots, 23 saves), MRU: Farkas (24 shots, 22 saves)
The Bluegars came out strong from the opening faceoff and looked like they could run the Dinos out of the rink. In the 1st period the shots were 13-5 but the score was just 2-1 for MRU. The Bluegars built up a 4-1 lead in the 2nd period, but Bedrock U would not give up. The scoreline is a bit misleading because MRU had two empty-net goals at the end of the 3rd.
Also, this game was a sell-out, albeit at the tiny Flames Community Arena which only holds 500 people.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/3RnjtLBY/UBC-homecoming-2023-white-50x50.jpg)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 3 U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 2 (Sask leads series 1-0) Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4999)
➤ UofS: Huskies Hold Off T-Bird Rally to Take Game One of Canada West Semifinal (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/28/mens-hockey-huskies-hold-off-t-bird-rally-to-take-game-one-of-canada-west-semifinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies and T-Birds meet in CW semi (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/02/26/huskies-and-t-birds-meet-in-cw-semi/)
➤ UBC: Huskies hold off furious T-Bird rally to take game one of CW semifinal (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/2/27/mens-hockey-huskies-hold-off-furious-t-bird-rally-to-take-game-one-of-cw-semifinal.aspx) (with boxscore and video)
➤ CW: HKY: CW unveils Hockey All-Star and All-Rookie Teams (https://canada-west.prezly.com/hky-2025-26-hockey-all-star-and-all-rookie-teams-announced) RP @ UBC (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/2/27/mens-hockey-t-birds-top-conference-all-star-all-rookie-teams-with-six-selections.aspx) RP @ Sask (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/2/27/mens-hockey-five-huskie-hockey-players-recognized-as-canada-west-announces-2026-all-stars.aspx) Quick SummarySask: C. Roulette (12:54 2nd) , C. Roulette (02:15 3rd) , E. Regnier (07:54 3rd)
UBC: C. Douglas (09:49 3rd) , S. Atkinson (16:37 3rd)
Goal: Sask: Maier (33 shots, 31 saves), UBC: Mirwald (22 shots, 19 saves)
This was a really good game. It started at the same time as the Jets v Ducks game, so it was my second game. The Banjo-Mutts built a 3-0 lead but two goals in the last half of the 3rd period made for a tense ending. I expect that every game in this series will be tight, and no result would surprise me.
NEXT UPSat Feb 28 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Saskatchewan at UBC 7:00 PST/9:00 CST
Sun Mar 1 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST *if necessary
Sun Mar 1 Saskatchewan at UBC 7:00 PST/9:00 CST *if necessary
OUT EAST(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5) (https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/2yMSRbzg/Ottawa-2022-50x50.jpg)
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 5 OTTAWA GEEGEES 1 (UQTR wins series 2-0) Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31208) Last year, the Gee Gees were a surprise national champ as host team. This was no surprise to me. UQTR is the perennial powerhouse in the OUA.
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CONCORDIA STINGERS 1 QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 2 (Queen's wins series 2-0) Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31211) With series wins over McGill and now Concordia, Queen's can go for the Quebec Triple Crown in the OUA East final against UQTR. That seemed highly unlikely a couple of weeks ago. This means that all three OUA series in which two games have been played were sweeps.
Next Up: Sat Feb 28 Toronto Metropolitan at Brock 4:00 EST/3:00 CST
Sun Mar 01 Brock at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule) (https://i.postimg.cc/CMBk4fhj/UPEI-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
U.P.E.I. PANTHERS 1 NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 4 (UNB leads series 1-0) Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260227_oss5.xml) Looks like a bit of a yawner, by the stats at least. The Squirrels are coasting now. I can now make my annual rant against the AUS playing a best-of-five semi-final round. Five games in 8 days is absolutely ridiculous for student athletes.
(https://i.postimg.cc/L80bG1Pm/Acadia-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg)
ACADIA AXEMEN 1 MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 3 Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260227_vwgw.xml) The Cajuns outshot the Eggs 27-19, so a potential reversal in game 2 is a possibility.
Next Up: Sat Feb 28 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Sat Feb 28 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Tue Mar 03 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Tue Mar 03 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Mar 04 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Wed Mar 04 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Fri Mar 06 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Fri Mar 06 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
OUT WEST(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all) (https://i.postimg.cc/xT1YXTZB/Concordia-2018-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SQDbbbKd/NAIT-2006-white-50x50.jpg)
CONCORDIA-EDMONTON THUNDER 2 N.A.I.T. OOKS 3 (in overtime) (NAIT leads series 1-0) Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260227_u8hp.xml) This is the ACAC's version of the Battle of Edmontown. NAIT was in the big pile of five teams (after Red Deer Poly and SAIT) until they had a late-season surge to be comfortable in 3rd place. The goaltenders must have been sharp. The shots were 38-35 favouring the Ooks.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nLDnnRWz/Briercrest-B-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/NFVNG4Ss/PortageCollege-2017-50x50.jpg)
BRIERCREST CLIPPERS 9 PORTAGE VOYAGEURS 1 (Briercrest leads series 1-0) Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260227_4mje.xml) This series should be a toss-up, so the margin shocks me. The Voyageurs held a 17-6 lead on the shot clock after one period, yet trailed 1-0. Then it was all Briercrest. They scored five goals in the 2nd period and the route was on. These teams were at one time the doormats of the ACAC. Briercrest turned around their program a few years ago, and this is Portage's first playoff series in a long time. It would be nice if it were to go three games.
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Fri Feb 27 Simon Fraser 1 Victoria 4
Fri Feb 27 Okanagan 4 Logan Lake 3 Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser at Vancouver Island 7:15 PST
Sat Feb 28 Logan Lake at Okanagan 5:30 PST
(end of regular season) Non-Conference Games Fri Feb 27 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 3 Stonehill College 9 Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Stonehill College 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Links:
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl) BCIHL NEWS Simon Fraser is in the news on two fronts. The good news ... they are hosting the BCIHL championship tournament starting March 5th. The bad news ... their touring independent NCAA2 team is folding due to the request by the school to enter the CW, and the decision of school admins to ditch the team. Here's a quote from the announcement by the Burnaby Mountain Hockey Alumni Society, which sponsored the independent team project:
QuoteAs a club, 100% of the SFU Hockey operating budget is funded independent of institutional funding. ...
When SFU announced it would depart the NCAA and pursue USports membership in November, we submitted a proposal that men's and women's hockey be included in SFU's Canada West application, having already proven the Non-Conference team's ability to compete against USports opponents. Unfortunately the university did not accept our proposal, and following this decision our student-athletes and coaching staff have begun to pursue opportunities at other NCAA and USports programs.
So it seems that this group was willing to fund a run for inclusion in the NCAA, but not to fund a run for USports. It is hard to tell exactly what the admins at SFU are trying to do, having first left USports for the NCAA, then folding their football program, and then apparently abandoning a team in progress.
The BCIHL will once again be using a tournament format for their championship. It is 5-team modified page system similar to that used in the Brier and other curling events. The 3rd, 4th, and 5th place teams have to walk through unbeaten, whereas the 1st and 2nd place teams have two lives to reach the sudden-death final.
Links:
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139) : YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
➤ SFU: SFU Hockey Update on the Non-Conference Team (https://www.sfuhockey.com/news/a-letter-from-the-burnaby-mountain-hockey-alumni-society-to-the-hockey-community)
➤ BCIHL: 18th BCIHL Championship Kicks off in New Westminster on March 5th (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/newsletter.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&page=117660)
February 28, 2026: BANJO-MUTTS ADVANCE TO FINAL, COWTOWN GOES DOWN TO THE WIRE
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(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/CLJ7vxcb/Calgary-2013-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 1
CALGARY DINOSAURS 2
(Series tied 1-1)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/5003)
➤ UofC: Dinos respond with Game 2 victory over Cougars (https://godinos.com/news/2026/2/28/mens-hockey-dinos-respond-with-game-2-victory-over-cougars.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Dinos shutdown Cougars to extend series to game three (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/2/28/general-mhky-dinos-shutdown-cougars-to-extend-series-to-game-three.aspx)(with boxscore & video)
Quick Summary
Calg: G. Schmidt (11:00 1st) , R. Gannon (16:34 2nd)
MRU: J. Lies (09:00 2nd)
Goal: Calg: Stankowski (29 shots, 28 saves), MRU: Farkas (18 shots, 16 saves)
This was an extremely defensive game throughout, and especially by the Dinos once they had the lead. They had only 5 shots on goal in each of the last two periods. Bluegar all-star Connor Bouchard was cut and bleeding in the 2nd period. He did return but had to wear a replacement jersey due to blood stains. This game was also a sell-out. Too bad they were unable or unwilling to book the Winsport Arena.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3RnjtLBY/UBC-homecoming-2023-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
U.B.C. THUNDERBIRDS 1
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
(Sask wins series 2-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/5000)
➤ UofS: Huskies Sweep T-Birds to Advance to Second Straight CW Final (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/1/mens-hockey-huskies-sweep-t-birds-to-advance-to-second-straight-cw-final.aspx)(with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Men's Hockey Page (https://huskiefan.ca/mens-hockey/)
➤ UBC: Team Website (https://gothunderbirds.ca/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
Quick Summary
Sask: R. Pelletier (02:42 2nd) , D. Holt (09:22 2nd) , L. Kosior (11:01 3rd) , E. Regnier (19:16 3rd)
UBC: N. Sullivan (01:56 1st)
Goal: Sask: Maier (27 shots, 26 saves), UBC: Mirwald (19 shots, 16 saves)
This, too, was a very defensive game. The T-irds came out strong, outshooting the Mutts 12-4 and takinmg a 1-0 lead after one period. But the Mutts gradually took control, so much so that UBC had just 6 shots in a 3rd period where they were trailing and their season was on the line. Sask had two powerplay goals, and an empty-netter.
This means that next weekend, the Mutts will either host Calgary, or visit MRU, in the conference final.
NEXT UP
Sun Mar 01 Calgary at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Fri Mar 06 Saskatchewan v Calgary/M.R.U. winner, times TBA
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/59T4tzVR/Toronto-Metropolitan-2022-blue-on-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/5yxwYrLf/Brock-2022-50x50.jpg)
TORONTO METROPOLITAN BOLD 2
BROCK BADGERS 3
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31205)
Like Queen's, Brock is a team on the late season ascent. Game three goes Sunday night, and Windsor hosts the winner.
Next Up:
Sun Mar 01 Brock at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
TBD Queen's at U.Q.T.R.
TBD Brock/T.M.U. winner at Windsor
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMBk4fhj/UPEI-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
U.P.E.I. PANTHERS 2
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 7
(UNB leads series 2-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260228_yvos.xml)
Too bad this series isn't over!
(https://i.postimg.cc/L80bG1Pm/Acadia-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg)
ACADIA AXEMEN 2
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 5
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260228_lyxz.xml)
The Cajuns outshot the Eggs 26-12 through two periods, then ran out of gas in the 3rd. They needed some goals, but managed just 5 shots in the entire period.
Next Up:
Tue Mar 03 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Tue Mar 03 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST
Wed Mar 04 New Brunswick at U.P.E.I. 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Wed Mar 04 Moncton at Acadia 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Fri Mar 06 U.P.E.I. at New Brunswick 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
Fri Mar 06 Acadia at Moncton 7:00 AST/5:00 CST *if necessary
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SQDbbbKd/NAIT-2006-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/xT1YXTZB/Concordia-2018-50x50.jpg)
N.A.I.T. OOKS 5
CONCORDIA-EDMONTON THUNDER 3
(NAIT wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260228_nvp3.xml)
The Ooks are used to dominating the ACAC, so their rally into a 3rd place finish and a quarter-final win seems "normal" to outside observers. They will now fac ethe SAIT Trojans in the semi-finals.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NFVNG4Ss/PortageCollege-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/nLDnnRWz/Briercrest-B-white-50x50.jpg)
PORTAGE VOYAGEURS 2
BRIERCREST CLIPPERS 1
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260228_iai8.xml)
This is what I expected. A dead even game, with shots 31-31. What a difference a day makes.
Next Up:
Sun Mar 01 Briercrest College at Portage College 1:00 MST/2:00 CST
Fri Mar 06 Briercrest/Portage winner at Red Deer Poly TBA
Fri Mar 06 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. TBA
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser 0 Vancouver Island 10
Sat Feb 28 Logan Lake 4 Okanagan 3
(end of regular season)
Non-Conference Games
Sat Feb 28 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 2 Stonehill College 5
Thu Mar 05 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Michigan
Conference Playoffs
Thu Mar 05 Game 1 - Simon Fraser v Okanagan 12:15 PST/2:15 CST
Fri Mar 06 Game 2 - Vancouver Island v Victoria 11:30am PST/1:30 CS T
Fri Mar 06 Game 3 - Winner of Game 1 v Logan Lake 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Game 4 - Loser of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 3 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Game 5 - Winner of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 4 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
(https://i.postimg.cc/wMJTvQjK/26-02-28-BCIHL-Standings-250px.jpg)
Links:
➤ BCIHL: Schedule & Results (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139): YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
March 4, 2026: NEWS UPDATE, AUS FINAL SET
There is a pre-preview because the OUA division final begins tonight, and the AUS finished their semi-final round on a Tuesday. The regular preview is tomorrow for the CW, ACAC, and BCIHL.
(https://i.postimg.cc/2jtwGv6T/Manitoba-2025-words-gold-50x50.jpg)
Captain Jonny Hooker turned pro with the Tulsa Oilers (ECHL) and was briefly loaned to the San Diego Gulls of the AHL. He's back in Tulsa and scored his first two professional goals in a 2-0 win.
Link:
➤ Instagram: Video (https://www.instagram.com/p/DVcfkHvDEDv/?img_index=1&igsh=MTdiN3U1emJ3cTcwYQ==)
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
Wed Mar 04 U.Q.T.R. at Queen's 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Thu Mar 05 Windsor at Toronto Metropolitan 6:15 EST/5:15 CST
Sat Mar 07 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Mar 08 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 4:00 EDT/3:00 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 08 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
(https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/CMBk4fhj/UPEI-2021-50x50.jpg)
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 2
U.P.E.I. PANTHERS 1
(in overtime)
(UNB wins series 3-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260303_keu8.xml)
While this was a sweep, at least UPEI went down with a fight. The stats look to be pretty even.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/L80bG1Pm/Acadia-2021-50x50.jpg)
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 3
ACADIA AXEMEN 1
(Moncton wins series 3-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260303_i5j6.xml)
The Rajin Cajuns kinda fell apart this year. They looked to be a good bet to be at the nationals, yet here they are with 3-straight losses.
Next up:
Sun Mar 08 Moncton at New Brunswick 4:00 ADT/2:00 CDT
Tue Mar 10 New Brunswick at Moncton 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Thu Mar 12 Moncton at New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT *if necessary
Preview: March 6-8, 2026: SASK at M.R.U. THE REMATCH: REPLAY OR REVENGE?
(https://i.postimg.cc/jd1NxFLV/CW-2017-black-red-50x50.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/jjyZ4QmS/Sask-head-green-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (19-7-2, 4-0-0, 29-9-4, OHT35 #7)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (20-6-2, 2-1-0, 26-9-2, OHT35 #4)
Live Links:
➤ Video: CanadaWest TV (http://www.canadawest.tv)
➤ Hockey Tech Game Centre: Friday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-03-06?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Saturday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-03-07?league=1&season=117&division=-1) ∞ Sunday (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/daily-schedule/2026-03-08?league=1&season=117&division=-1)
Other Links:
➤ UofC (Sunday late): Dinos' season ends in hard-fought Game 3 (https://godinos.com/news/2026/3/1/mens-hockey-dinos-season-ends-in-hard-fought-game-3.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ MRU (Sunday late): MHKY: Cougars fight past Dinos to advance to the Canada West championship (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/1/general-mhky-cougars-fight-past-dinos-to-advance-to-the-canada-west-championship.aspx) (with boxscore) ∞ RP @ CWUAA (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202603021xe8l7)
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athletes of the Week: Feb. 24- Mar. 2 (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/3/general-players-bench-athletes-of-the-week-feb-24-mar-2.aspx)
➤ Huskie Fan: A Huskie-Cougar CW title rematch (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/04/a-huskie-cougar-cw-title-rematch/) (with audio)
➤ UofS: Gulutzan goes from College of Education to Stanley Cup expectations (https://news.usask.ca/articles/huskies/2026/gulutzan-goes-from-college-of-education-to-stanley-cup-expectations.php)
➤ CW: Huskies sweep T-Birds to advance to second straight CW Final (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202603012n3x03)
➤ CW: CW BioSteel Players of the Week: March 3 (https://canada-west.prezly.com/cw-biosteel-players-of-the-week-march-3)
➤ CW: MHKY Final Preview: Huskies, Cougars set for championship rematch (https://canada-west.prezly.com/mhky-final-preview-huskies-cougars-set-for-championship-rematch)
➤ USports: Men's Hockey Page (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/index) ∞ Top 10 (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/2026-02-17_Top10)
➤ CW: Home Page (https://www.canadawest.org/sports/mice/index) ∞ Playoff Schedule (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Daily Schedule (https://canadawest.hockeytech.com/men/stats/daily-schedule)
➤ CW Hockey Tech: Stats (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/player-stats/all-teams/117?playertype=skater&position=skaters&rookie=no&sort=points&statstype=standard&page=1&league=1) ∞ Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/117/all-months?league=1&gametype=-1)
Prior Meetings:
➤ Oct 3/25: MRU 2 Sask 3 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4722)
➤ Oct 4/25: MRU 6 Sask 2 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4724)
➤ Jan 16/26: Sask 4 MRU 5 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4807)
➤ Jan 17/26: Sask 5 MRU 3 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4811)
➤ Feb 13/26: Sask 2 MRU 3 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4839)
➤ Feb 14/26: Sask 4 MRU 6 (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/4843)
The Bluegars started the season splitting every series, but then steamrolled everybody. They swept their final series against UBC, Calgary, and Sask. Although they dominated Calgary in the semi-finals, it took three games and it was very close all along. Closer than it should have been, perhaps.
The Banjo-Mutts were pre-season favourites who never really got on a roll. They were very consistent all year, and may be peaking now. They dominated the Evil Monkeys in the quarter-finals then handled UBC fairly handily in the semi-finals. I would say that their 4-straight playoff wins are more impressive than MRU's series win over Calgary.
Less than a month ago, the Bluegars swept the Mutts in a series to decide first place.
None of these games are slated for coverage on the CBC streaming options.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Fri Mar 06 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/6:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/6:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/Wzhh39vH/OUA-2021-50X50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/3?league=5)
Sat Mar 07 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Mar 08 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 4:00 EDT/3:00 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 08 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/yxsKb7vn/AUS-2012-blue-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS Playoff Schedule (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
Sun Mar 08 Moncton at New Brunswick 4:00 ADT/2:00 CDT
Tue Mar 10 New Brunswick at Moncton 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Thu Mar 12 Moncton at New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT *if necessary
OUT WEST
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Link:
➤ ACAC Schedule (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
Fri Mar 06 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 6:45 MST/7:45 CST
Fri Mar 06 Portage College at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MST/8:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Portage College at Red Deer Poly 8:00 MST/9:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Portage College at Red Deer Poly 5:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 08 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/65Lf81dz/BCIHL-2017-yellow-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ BCIHL Schedule (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
Thu Mar 05 Game 1 - Simon Fraser v Okanagan 12:15 PST/2:15 CST
Fri Mar 06 Game 2 - Vancouver Island v Victoria 11:30am PST/1:30 CS T
Fri Mar 06 Game 3 - Winner of Game 1 v Logan Lake 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Game 4 - Loser of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 3 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Game 5 - Winner of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 4 3:00 PDT/5:00 CDT
Non-Conference Games
Thu Mar 05 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) at Michigan 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
March 4-5, 2026: OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg)
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 3
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 5
(Queen's leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31216)
This one was played on Wednesday, hosted by Queen's. UQTR gets the next two games at home. Queen's has beaten McGill and Concordia, so they're going for the Quebec hat-trick here.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/59T4tzVR/Toronto-Metropolitan-2022-blue-on-white-50x50.jpg)
WINDSOR LANCERS 2
TORONTO METROPOLITAN BOLD 1
(in double overtime)
(Windsor leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31219)
This was a bit of a marathon at the former Maple Leaf Gardens. Windsor gets to host the rest of the series. Oddly, there are no Friday night games this weekend in the OUA.
Next Up:
Sat Mar 07 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EST/6:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 7:30 EST/6:30 CST
Sun Mar 08 Toronto Metropolitan at Windsor 4:00 EDT/3:00 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 08 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ BCIHL Schedule (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpRGpkDS/SFU-2023-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/MTb9FNSQ/OkanaganLakers-2021-white-50x50.jpg)
SIMON FRASER RED LEAFS 6
OKANAGAN LAKERS 2
(SFU advance to quarter-finals, Okanagan eliminated)
Link:
➤ BCIHL: Boxscore (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/hockey_boxscores.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&gameID=2508848)
The Lakers outshot SFU 45-22 yet lost by lots. They had a bit of a tailspin this year.
Next Up:
Fri Mar 06 Game 2 - Vancouver Island v Victoria 11:30am PST/1:30 CS T
Fri Mar 06 Game 3 - Simon Fraser v Logan Lake 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Game 4 - Loser of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 3 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Game 5 - Winner of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 4 3:00 PDT/5:00 CDT
Non-Conference Games
Thu Mar 05 Simon Fraser (NCAA2) 1 Michigan 8
This likely brings to an end the SFU experiment with independent scheduling. Personally, I'd like to see the team revived in a usual CWUAA format some time in the future. BTW, Michigan is currently #1 in NCAA rankings.
March 6, 2026: BANJO-MUTTS WIN THE OPENER
(https://i.postimg.cc/jd1NxFLV/CW-2017-black-red-50x50.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 5
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 0
(Sask leads series 1-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/5014)
➤ CW: MHKY: Sasha Mutala named Canada West Player of the Year (https://canada-west.prezly.com/mhky-sasha-mutala-named-canada-west-player-of-the-year)
➤ UofS: Petruic's Hattrick, Maier's Shutout Lead Huskies to Canada West Finals Game One Win (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/6/mens-hockey-petruics-hattrick-maiers-shutout-lead-huskies-to-canada-west-finals-game-one-win.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Petruic has hat trick, Maier gets shutout (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/06/petruic-has-hat-trick-maier-gets-shutout/)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Huskies roll over Cougars to take game one of Canada West final (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/6/general-mhky-huskies-roll-over-cougars-to-take-game-one-of-canada-west-final.aspx) (with boxscore)
Quick Summary
Sask: C. Petruic (10:54 1st) , C. Petruic (12:15 2nd) , E. Regnier (18:06 2nd) , C. Petruic (05:04 3rd) , K. Sorensen (17:16 3rd)
MRU: none
Goal: Sask: Meier (33 shots, 33 saves), MRU: Farkas (21 shots, 16 saves)
What a busy day! It started with World Baseball Classic at 4:00 a.m. and went past midnight with rugby from New Zealand. In between there were a total of six international baseball games, two draws of the Brier, and rugby from Ireland and down under. And, of course, game one of the CW final.
Don't let the score fool you. The Mutts converted their chances, and for the 4th straight game the Bluegars were unable to cash in on their numerous chances. Chance Petruic scored a hat-trick for the Mutts, and Nolan Maier notched a shutout.
In other Bison news, the Bison Broads hockey team lost game 1 of the league final to UBC, by 5-1. They have clinched a berth in the nationals. In men's volleyball, the Bisons swept UBC 3-0 in a bit of an upset. They play for the conference title and have assured themselves of a berth in the nationals as well.
NEXT UP
Sat Mar 07 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MST/6:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Saskatchewan at Mount Royal 7:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SQDbbbKd/NAIT-2006-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/qvpmJzZC/SAIT-2018-nowords-50x50.jpg)
N.A.I.T. OOKS 3
S.A.I.T. TROJANS 4
(SAIT leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260306_4xzu.xml)
The auld rivals here in Saudi Alberta. North v South. SAIT is on the ascent this year, foir the first time in a while.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NFVNG4Ss/PortageCollege-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/4xNp3245/Red-Deer-2022-white-50x50.jpg)
PORTAGE VOYAGEURS 2
RED DEER KINGS 8
(Red Deer leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260306_ytns.xml)
Portage cannot like starting series getting whalloped in game 1. Can they turn it around two weeks in a row?
Next Up:
Sat Mar 07 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 6:00 MST/7:00 CST
Sat Mar 07 Portage College at Red Deer Poly 8:00 MST/9:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Portage College at Red Deer Poly 5:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 08 N.A.I.T. at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT *if necessary
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ BCIHL Schedule (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
(https://i.postimg.cc/43RbRPwb/Victoria-2012-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Kc0N3nvx/Vancouver-Island-white-right-oval-50x50.jpg)
VICTORIA VIKINGS 2
VANCOUVER ISLAND MARINERS 3
(VIU advance to final, Victoria advance to semi-final)
Link:
➤ BCIHL: Boxscore (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/hockey_boxscores.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&gameID=2508849)
The Mariners are the class of the league, however that was the case last year when the Vikes beat them in the final. It looked like this could be a blowout, but VIU could not cash in theior chips and in the end it was close. The shots were 19-5 for VIU in the 1st, then 23-17 over the last two periods.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MpRGpkDS/SFU-2023-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/fRJgR8xG/LoganLake-2022-white-50x50.jpg)
SIMON FRASER RED LEAFS 1
LOGAN LAKE MINERS 6
(Logan Lake advance to semi-final, Simon Fraser eliminated)
Link:
➤ BCIHL: Boxscore (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/hockey_boxscores.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&gameID=2508851)
I did not see any of this one due to overlapping viewing options, and having just four screens available to me. The Miners will be underdogs against the defending champs, but still have a decent shot. They beat UVic twice in five meetings this year,
Next Up:
Sat Mar 07 Game 4 - Victoria vs Logan Lake 3:00 PST/5:00 CST
Sun Mar 08 Game 5 - Vancouver Island vs Winner of Game 4 3:00 PDT/5:00 CDT
March 7, 2026: BANJO-MUTTS WIN THE TITLE
(https://i.postimg.cc/jd1NxFLV/CW-2017-black-red-50x50.jpg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 2
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 4
(Sask wins series 2-0)
Links:
➤ Summary: Game Centre (https://men.canadawest.hockeytech.com/stats/game-center/5015) : CW Boxscore (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260307_iyeg.xml)
➤ UofS: Huskies Claim 13th Canada West Title With Series Sweep of MRU Cougars (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/8/mens-hockey-huskies-claim-13th-canada-west-title-with-series-sweep-of-mru-cougars.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies sweep Cougars for second straight title (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/07/huskies-sweep-cougars-for-second-straight-title/)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Cougars comeback falls short, Huskies win Canada West championship (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/7/general-mhky-cougars-comeback-falls-short-huskies-win-canada-west-championship.aspx) (with boxscore) : RP @ CW (https://canadawest.org/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/202603081151zl)
Quick Summary
Sask: D. Holt (04:38 1st) , C. Stebbings (11:50 1st) , C. Roulette (06:21 2nd) , C. Bertholet (15:29 2nd)
MRU: J. Tarzwell (11:14 3rd) , C. Hanus (12:51 3rd)
Goal: Sask: Meier (30 shots, 28 saves), MRU: Farkas L (14 shots, 10 saves), Buenaventura (7 shots, 7 saves)
Yet another exhausting day of trying to keep as much viewing as possible over four screens. The Banjo-Mutts came out strong and the Bluegars looked overwhelmed. After one period, it was 2-0 for Sask and shots were 10-5. Sask scored two more in the 2nd period, and by the time MRU started to look something like themselves it was all over. As a consolation, they outshot Sask 25-11 over the last two periods and scored twice in the last half of the 3rd period to generate a flattering scoreline.
NEXT UP
Thu Mar 19 or Fri Mar 20 University Cup quarter-finals - schedule TBA
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/2?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 1
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 2
(Series tied 1-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31217)
This looks like it was quite a battle. The Queens have certainly peaked at the right time.
(https://i.postimg.cc/59T4tzVR/Toronto-Metropolitan-2022-blue-on-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg)
TORONTO METROPOLITAN BOLD 1
WINDSOR LANCERS 3
(Windsor wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31220)
This, too, was a tight battle all the way through. If I understand correctly, Windsor is assured of hosting the Queen's Cup (better record than Queen's, and Quebec teams can't host it). The Bald will play a one-game playoff next weekend agaonst the loser of UQTR v Queen's.
Next Up:
Sun Mar 08 Queen's at U.Q.T.R. 7:00 EDT/6:00 CDT
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qvpmJzZC/SAIT-2018-nowords-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/SQDbbbKd/NAIT-2006-white-50x50.jpg)
S.A.I.T. TROJANS 5
N.A.I.T. OOKS 0
(SAIT wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260307_vpae.xml)
The Ooks won the shooting contest, 36-25. The first two periods were even (12-12 in thye 1st, and 10-10 in the 2nd). NAIT was determined in the 3rd (14-3 edge in shots), but still could not score.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NFVNG4Ss/PortageCollege-2017-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/4xNp3245/Red-Deer-2022-white-50x50.jpg)
PORTAGE VOYAGEURS 3
RED DEER KINGS 6
(Red Deer wins series 2-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260307_ddy6.xml)
Well, at least Portage got to play in the playoffs for a change. Red Deer has a solid team.
Next Up:
Fri Mar 13 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly - schedule TBA
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ BCIHL Schedule (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
(https://i.postimg.cc/43RbRPwb/Victoria-2012-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/fRJgR8xG/LoganLake-2022-white-50x50.jpg)
VICTORIA VIKINGS 5
LOGAN LAKE MINERS 2
(Victoria advance to final, Logan Lake eliminated)
Link:
➤ BCIHL: Boxscore (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/hockey_boxscores.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&gameID=2508854)
The widely predicted final is going to happen. It's a rematch of last year, where UVic pulled off an upset over VIU. Could it happen twice in a row?
Next Up:
Sun Mar 08 Game 5 - Final - Vancouver Island vs Victoria 3:00 PDT/5:00 CDT
Reminder: Available for free streaming on BCIHL YouTube Channel. (https://www.youtube.com/@bcihl)
March 8, 2026: OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/3?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 1
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 3
(UQTR wins series 2-1)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31218)
The victories here followed the home sides. This, as usual, qualifies UQTR for the U-Cup and a trip to Ontario for the Queen's Cup. (The game cannot be played outside Ontario.)
Next Up:
Sat Mar 14 U.Q.T.R. at Windsor 2:00 EDT/1:00 CDT
Sat Mar 14 Queen's at Toronto Metropolitan TBD
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 4
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 3
(Moncton leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260308_irdf.xml)
The confrontation of these two provincial rivals will decide who gets a top-three seeding at the U-Cup. The Squirrels outshot them 35-19.
Next up:
Tue Mar 10 New Brunswick at Moncton 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Thu Mar 12 Moncton at New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT *if necessary
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYF2ZHq2/BCIHL-2017-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ BCIHL Schedule (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/schedules.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Kc0N3nvx/Vancouver-Island-white-right-oval-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/43RbRPwb/Victoria-2012-50x50.jpg)
VANCOUVER ISLAND MARINERS 8
VICTORIA VIKINGS 1
(VIU wins tournament final)
Link:
➤ BCIHL: Boxscore (https://www.bcihl.ca/leagues/hockey_boxscores.cfm?clientID=3692&leagueID=11139&gameID=2508856)
I did not see much of this one but the Mariners were a class above all season, and again in this game. The same could be said of last year, where they happened to lose the final to UVic.
Now we have to sit back and see what happens to the BCIHL next year. It looks like Simon Fraser will be beefed up with a potential player base from two squads available to them. After Selkirk College folded their program, Eastern Washington consolidated two teams into one in the ACHA, and Trinity Western moved to the CW, the league and BC Hockey in general, developed the concept of "independent college transfer teams" to maintain a five-team league. One proposed team, the Fraser Valley Brigade (UFV Cascades and smaller schools), never got off the ground. One other, the Thompson Okanagan Pioneers, was replaced by the Logan Lake Miners (TRU Wolfpack and Kamloops colleges). The other was the Okanagan Lakers (UBCO Heat,Okanagan College, ad Kelowna colleges). The Pac West College League hasn't operated since 1989. The only other team formerly in the league was the UNBC Timberwolves. They only operated in the BCIHL in 2006.
BCIHL teams announced and scheduled a whole bunch of home exhibition games which were later cancelled. I never heard why. I'll keep an eye out for something on this for next year.
March 10, 2026: OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
The CW and BCIHL have finished, the OUA has two games remaining on Saturday, and the ACAC has two weekends of their championship series coming up. That leaves just the AUS.
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
(https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg)
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 4
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 3
(in overtime)
(Series tied 1-1.)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260310_1b0h.xml)
This was an even-Steven game, with shots ending 31-31. After back-to-back one-goal games one has to believe that game three is going to be close.
Next up:
Thu Mar 12 Moncton at New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
This impacts the seeding for the U-Cup. The three conference winners are seeded 1-2-3 and the OUA runner-up is seeded 4. IMO this year's seeding is less significant than any other year because there are no awe-inspiring teams you want to avoid. I compare the official U-Sports rankings to the OHT35, and both are notable for the gaps where highly-ranked teams have been eliminated. Each has seen 6 of the top 12 eliminated already. Nine teams are still alive, with the OUA bronze game between Queen's and TMU eliminating one of those teams.
U-Sports
2 Mount Royal
4 New Brunswick
5 Saskatchewan
6 U.Q.T.R.
8 Windsor
10 Toronto Metropolitan
13 Queen's
14 Moncton
17 Saint Mary's
OHT35
3 U.Q.T.R.
4 Mount Royal
6 New Brunswick
7 Saskatchewan
9 Moncton
11 Saint Mary‛s
13 Queen‛s
17 Windsor
19 Toronto Metropolitan
March 13, 2026: OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
The first Friday night without anything in the CW since September, other than Christmas break. The season is dwindling away.
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/3?league=5)
Next Up:
Sat Mar 14 U.Q.T.R. at Windsor 2:00 EDT/1:00 CDT
Sat Mar 14 Queen's at Toronto Metropolitan 4:00 EDT/3:00 CDT
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7H94VVT/AUS-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ AUS: Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/schedule)
(https://i.postimg.cc/zX27f1Gj/Moncton-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 1
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 4
(New Brunswick wins series 2-1)
Link:
➤ AUS: Boxscore with Game Report (https://www.atlanticuniversitysport.com/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260312_0w23.xml)
The Eggs scored first, then the Squirrels scored the rest. Kind of like the series, where Moncton started with a win then lost the rest. The shots were 29-17 in favour of UNB. Both sides will be going to the nationals. UNB should be seeded 1st or 2nd, and Moncton 5th or 6th.
Next up:
Thu Mar 19 University Cup Starts (TBA)
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qvpmJzZC/SAIT-2018-nowords-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/4xNp3245/Red-Deer-2022-white-50x50.jpg)
S.A.I.T. TROJANS 7
RED DEER KINGS 6
(SAIT leads series 1-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260313_xryr.xml)
This was a wild one. After one period Red Deer led 5-3, but after two SAIT led 6-5. Each team had 33 shots on goal, not so extraordinary for such a big score. This final is a best-of-five series.
Next Up:
Sat Mar 14 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT
Fri Mar 20 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MDT/8:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 22 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 5:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
March 14, 2026: OUT-OF-TOWN SCOREBOARD
The OUA wrapped up, and the field, but not the schedule and brackets, for the University Cup is set. All three games across the country on Saturday night went to overtime.
OUT EAST
(https://i.postimg.cc/L6DjC4mJ/OUA-2016-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ OUA: Hockey Tech Playoff Schedule/Results/Links (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/schedule/all-teams/187/3?league=5)
(https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg)
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 5
WINDSOR LANCERS 4
(in overtime)
(UQTR wins Queen's Cup)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31229)
UQTR had to play this game away due to the fact that the Queen's Cup is an OUA trophy and UQTR is a RSEQ team. Even though the three Quebec teams have dominated this trophy in recent years, that seemingly does not bother the administrators from Ontario. It's odd, I know. But this makes total sense to those people.
By rule, the OUA runner-up has to be seeded 4th in the nationals. Another odd rule that makes sense to those people. I would have UQTR seeded first, but I reckon they'll be seeded 3rd.
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/59T4tzVR/Toronto-Metropolitan-2022-blue-on-white-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 4
TORONTO METROPOLITAN BOLD 3
(in overtime)
(Queen's wins bronze medal)
Link:
➤ OUA Hockey Tech: Summary (https://men.oua.hockeytech.com/stats/game-summary/31230)
It is not often that a bronze medal game is more consequential than a gold medal game. However, in the OUA, the bronze team gets a berth in the nationals. Other conferences get two berths each, and a final berth goes to the host team (Saint Mary's this year).
Next up:
Thu Mar 19 University Cup Starts (TBA)
OUT WEST
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWqyngr0/ACAC-letters-2015-50x50.jpg)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
(https://i.postimg.cc/4xNp3245/Red-Deer-2022-white-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/qvpmJzZC/SAIT-2018-nowords-50x50.jpg)
RED DEER KINGS 4
S.A.I.T. TROJANS 5
(in double overtime)
(SAIT leads series 2-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore not posted
This is a best-of-five series which wraps next weekend. SAIT has two tight wins to their credit. Neither team is updating their website during playoffs, so no alternative source for a boxscore.
Next Up:
Fri Mar 20 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MDT/8:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 22 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 5:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
Preview: March 19-21, 2026: UNIVERSITY CUP & ACAC
(https://i.postimg.cc/fLMdR93G/U-Sports-red-50x50.jpg)
The final weekend preview of the year is upon us. All we have left is the 8 teams at the U-Cup, and the two in the ACAC final. Here are the links:
Links:
➤ USports: University Cup Page (https://en.usports.ca/championships/2025-26/2025-26_MICE/index)
➤ USports: Update: Colton Smith named Co-rookie of the Year in Men's Hockey (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/ROY2026)
➤ USports: National honour caps standout season for Concordia captain Simon Lavigne (https://en.usports.ca/Special_Content/Sponsored_Content/PepsiCo_Foods_Canada/Simon_Lavigne)
➤ USports: Moncton's Mika Cyr named U SPORTS men's hockey Player of the Year (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/2026MHOCKAWARDS)
➤ USports: Saskatchewan named top dogs in men's hockey (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/2026SEEDMICE)
➤ USports: U SPORTS Men's Hockey Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/composite)
➤ CBC: YouTube Page (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports) : CBC Gem (https://gem.cbc.ca/) : CBC.ca (https://www.cbc.ca/)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MTTqQT3t/Mount-Royal-2017-lightblue-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/CxNddKJn/Windsor-2004-shield-blue-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS (20-6-2, 2-3-0, 26-11-2, OHT35 #4)
WINDSOR LANCERS (18-7-3, 4-1-0, 22-12-3, OHT35 #17)
Links:
➤ CBC: YouTube Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DoXykxblmnA)
➤ MRU: Players Bench Athlete of the Week: Mar 3 - Mar 9 (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/10/general-players-bench-athlete-of-the-week-mar-3-mar-9.aspx)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Cougars return to the national stage at the U SPORTS University Cup (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/16/general-mhky-cougars-return-to-the-national-stage-at-the-u-sports-university-cup.aspx)
➤ CTV: 'The biggest stage in Canada': MRU Cougars have sights set on men's national hockey title (https://www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/article/the-biggest-stage-in-canada-mru-cougars-have-sights-set-on-mens-national-hockey-title/)
➤ Windsor: U SPORTS Championship Preview: Men's Hockey Quarterfinal (https://golancers.ca/news/2026/3/18/u-sports-championship-preview-mens-hockey-quarterfinal.aspx)
After a late season surge got the Bluegars first place in the CW East, they were less than world-beaters in the playoffs. They narrowly beat their crosstown rivals from Bedrock U, then were handled by the Banjo-Mutts in the final. Windsor had a fairly consistent season. The quality of the OUA West is questionable. There were no East-West interlocking games in the OUA this year, until the Queen's Cup. Windsor had a close loss to UQTR, and TMU had a close loss to Queen's. So maybe this whole division is under-rated.
(https://i.postimg.cc/76Lbhj63/SMU-2021-grey-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/jjyZ4QmS/Sask-head-green-50x50.jpg)
SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES (16-10-4, 0-2-0, 18-13-4, OHT35 #11)
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES (19-7-2, 6-0-0, 31-9-4, OHT35 #7)
Links:
➤ CBC: YouTube Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZPXgUtAOaR0)
➤ UofS: CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW: Canada West Champion Huskies Head to Halifax in Pursuit of U-Cup Title (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/16/mens-hockey-championship-preview-canada-west-champion-huskies-enter-2026-u-cup-as-no-1-2-seed.aspx)
➤ UofS: Conner Roulette Named Clare Drake Award Recipient as U SPORTS Rookie of the Year; Kosior Recognized as All-Canadian (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/18/mens-hockey-conner-roulette-named-clare-drake-trophy-recipient-as-u-sports-rookie-of-the-year-kosior-recognized-as-all-canadian.aspx)
➤ CW: Saskatchewan goaltender Nolan Maier named WHL Grad of the Month (https://canada-west.prezly.com/saskatchewan-goaltender-nolan-maier-named-whl-grad-of-the-month)
➤ Huskie Fan: University Cup preparations (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/11/university-cup-preparations/)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies are top seed for University Cup (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/15/huskies-are-top-seed-for-university-cup/)
➤ Huskie Fan: Roulette named U SPORTS men's hockey rookie of the year (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/18/roulette-named-u-sports-mens-hockey-rookie-of-the-year/)
➤ Huskie Fan: Live Audio (http://huskiefan.ca/player/?playerID=2535)
➤ SMU: Host Huskies draw No. 8 seed at U SPORTS Men's Hockey National Championship (https://www.smuhuskies.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260315lc3cp1)
➤ SMU: Reid Valade named U SPORTS Second Team All-Canadian (https://www.smuhuskies.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/releases/20260316l367ye)
The Huskies v Huskies match-up should prompt the Halifax City Council to shelter all fire hydrants. The SMUskies are in as host, and lost out in the AUS quarter-finals. They are the lowly #8 seed. However, in the OHT35 I had them very close to Sask all season.
(https://i.postimg.cc/N0mkb97J/Moncton-2021-yellow-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/brCspcC0/UQTR-2019-green-50x50.jpg)
MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS (19-9-2, 4-2-0, 26-13-2, OHT35 #9)
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES (20-5-3, 5-1-0, 28-7-3, OHT35 #3)
Links:
➤ CBC: YouTube Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4v2-acatwfg)
➤ Moncton: The Blue Eagles turn to the U SPORTS National Championship (https://www.goaigles.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/20260312xxge9y)
➤ Moncton: Mika Cyr named U SPORTS Player of the Year in Men's Hockey (https://www.goaigles.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260318ggvd83)
➤ Moncton: Blue Eagles ready to take on challenge at the National Championship in Halifax (https://www.goaigles.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260317cfhwbo)
➤ UQTR: Team Website (https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/gscw031?owa_no_site=133&owa_no_fiche=67)
This is a battle of the French. The Eggs appear better than the typical #2 seed from the AUS this year. UQTR is a perennial qualifier.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Jzb4vzSd/Queens-2022-gold-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/j2LWgBYx/New-Brunswick-2021-red-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS (14-13-1, 6-2-0, 21-18-2, OHT35 #13)
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS (20-9-1, 5-1-0, 30-11-2, OHT35 #6)
Links:
➤ CBC: YouTube Livestream (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dy5-LLpt1yQ)
➤ Queen's: Team Website (https://gogaelsgo.com/sports/mens-ice-hockey)
➤ UNB: REDS No. 2 Seed At U CUP (https://goredsgo.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/ucupseedsschedule)
The other three quarter-finals have a clever moniker, blue v blue, husky v husky, French v French. This one has nothing going for it. Queen's were a fringe playoff team, only qualifying on the last day of the regular season by beating Nipissing. Then they caught fire, winning the OUA bronze game. The Squirrels are a traditional power, humbled in the early going. But they rallied to finish 1st in the AUS and won 5-of-6 playoff games.
COMPLETE SCHEDULE
Thu Mar 19 Mount Royal v Windsor 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Thu Mar 19 Saint Mary's v Saskatchewan 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Fri Mar 20 Moncton v UQTR 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Fri Mar 20 Queen's v New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Thursday Winners 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Friday Winners 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Sun Mar 22 Bronze Game 9:00 am ADT/7:00 am CDT
Sun Mar 22 Gold Game 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
OUT WEST
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Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
This is a best-of-five series, which SAIT leads 2-0.
Next Up:
Fri Mar 20 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 7:00 MDT/8:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Red Deer Poly at S.A.I.T. 7:15 MDT/8:15 CDT *if necessary
Sun Mar 22 S.A.I.T. at Red Deer Poly 5:00 MDT/6:00 CDT *if necessary
March 19, 2026: QUARTER-FINALS BEGIN
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Tournament Links:
➤ USports: Tournament Main Page (https://en.usports.ca/championships/2025-26/2025-26_MICE/index)
➤ USports: U SPORTS Men's Hockey Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/composite?d=2026-03-19)
➤ CBC: YouTube Page (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports) (links to livestreams & replays)
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxFSvmjN/Mount-Royal-2017-50x50.jpg)(https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg)
MOUNT ROYAL COUGARS 3
WINDSOR LANCERS 4
Links:
➤ USports: Lancers edge Cougars to advance to University Cup semifinal (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/QF1)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260319_pe5r.xml)
➤ USports: Summary (PDF) (https://smu.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/files/QF1_WINDSOR_VS._MOUNT_ROYAL.pdf)
➤ MRU: MHKY: Cougars' season comes to an end with loss to Lancers in national quarterfinal (https://mrucougars.com/news/2026/3/19/general-mhky-cougars-season-comes-to-an-end-with-loss-to-lancers-in-national-quarterfinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UofW: Men's hockey knocks off Cougars in U SPORTS quarterfinal (https://golancers.ca/news/2026/3/19/mens-hockey-mens-hockey-knocks-off-cougars-in-u-sports-quarterfinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
Through two periods this game was tied 1-1, and the Bluegars held a 23-11 lead in shots on goal. It seemed that it was just a matter of time before they would break through. However, the Lancers scored two goals 11 seconds apart early in the 3rd. Try as they might, the Bluegars could not overcome the deficit. In the end, they outshot the Lancers 41-20. This game was reminiscent of the semi-final series the Bluegars had with Calgary where they dominated play but were always tight on the scoreboard.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CxyZ7vP0/SMU-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/Y0CRkc9v/Sask-head-white-50x50.jpg)
SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES 4
SASKATCHEWAN HUSKIES 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ USports: Saint Mary's outlasts Saskatchewan in overtime dogfight (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/QF2)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260319_1ofy.xml)
➤ USports: Summary (PDF) (https://smu.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/files/QF2_SMU_VS._SASK.pdf)
➤ UofS: Huskies' Season Comes to a Close With Overtime Loss to Saint Mary's in U Cup Quarterfinal (https://huskies.usask.ca/news/2026/3/19/mens-hockey-huskies-season-comes-to-a-close-with-overtime-loss-to-saint-marys-in-u-cup-quarterfinal.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ Huskie Fan: Huskies eliminated at University Cup (https://huskiefan.ca/2026/03/19/huskies-eliminated-at-university-cup/)
➤ SMU: Ritchie's OT winner lifts SMU to semifinal over Saskatchewan in U CUP dogfight (https://www.smuhuskies.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260319xsep8t) : RP @AUS (https://aus.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260320cu8f3s) (with boxscore)
The Banjo-Mutts have patented the overtime game at the U-Cup. It seems to happen every year they qualify. Although the Mutts came out strong, the SMUskies gradually took over the play as the 1st period wore on. 15 minutes into the 2nd period, and the SMUskies were up 3-0 and the game looked over. However, the Sask trainers must have found a secret supply of Granny's moonshine. The Banjo-Mutts rallied and tied the game, and could have even taken the lead. The shot clock tells the tale. The SMUskies were up 22-16 after two periods (after Sask's late period rally), but in the 3rd the shots were 14-4 for the Banjo-Mutts. The overtime was very much back and forth, and was decided before the 3-on-3 segment would have taken place. The SMUskies have at times been much better than an 8th seed this season. They could slide their way into the championship game, which would certainly boost attendance.
NEXT UP
Fri Mar 20 Moncton v UQTR 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Fri Mar 20 Queen's v New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Windsor v Saint Mary's 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 Friday Winners 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Sun Mar 22 Bronze Game 9:00 am ADT/7:00 am CDT
Sun Mar 22 Gold Game 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
March 20, 2026: FINAL FOUR IS SET
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Tournament Links:
➤ USports: Tournament Main Page (https://en.usports.ca/championships/2025-26/2025-26_MICE/index)
➤ USports: U SPORTS Men's Hockey Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/composite?d=2026-03-19)
➤ CBC: YouTube Page (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports) (links to livestreams & replays)
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MONCTON AIGLES BLEUS 0
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 4
Links:
➤ USports: Patriotes blank Aigles Bleus to reach semifinals (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/QF3)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260320_r2kw.xml)
➤ UdeM: The Blue Eagles season ends at the national championship (https://www.goaigles.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260321dwvlco)
➤ UQTR: Team Website (https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/gscw031?owa_no_site=133&owa_no_fiche=67)
This has to rate as a big disappointment for the Eggs. They challenged for first in the AUS all year only to lay an egg in the nationals. UQTR was toying with them after building an early lead. It was 3-0 after one period.
(https://i.postimg.cc/654QV0cK/Queens-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
QUEEN'S GOLDEN GAELS 2
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 5
Links:
➤ USports: Reds roll past Gaels to book semifinal date with UQTR (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/QF4)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260320_mafu.xml)
➤ QU: Gaels fall to UNB Reds in quarterfinals of U SPORTS Men's Hockey Championship (https://gogaelsgo.com/news/2026/3/20/hockey-m-gaels-fall-to-unb-reds-in-quarterfinals-of-u-sports-mens-hockey-championship.aspx)
➤ UNB: REDS Over Gaels In U Cup Quarter-Final (https://goredsgo.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260320zi4w1l) : RP @AUS (https://aus.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260321c47o63) (with boxscore)
This one-sided affair brought to an end a disappointing Friday slate of games. The Squirrels outshot the Gracious Queens 20-7 in the first period, and led 2-0. It could have been worse. You have to give the Stormy Ones credit for not giving up. They did come within 3-2 after 8 minutes of the third period. However, when you get just 7 shots per period, a rally is not particularly likely.
NEXT UP
Sat Mar 21 Windsor v Saint Mary's 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
Sat Mar 21 UQTR v New Brunswick 7:00 ADT/5:00 CDT
Sun Mar 22 Bronze Game 9:00 am ADT/7:00 am CDT
Sun Mar 22 Gold Game 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
OUT WEST
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Link:
➤ ACAC: Schedule & Results (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26/schedule-all)
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S.A.I.T. TROJANS 3
RED DEER KINGS 0
(SAIT wins series 3-0)
Link:
➤ ACAC: Boxscore (https://www.acac.ab.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/boxscores/20260320_osqo.xml)
The 2nd place Trojans game, and series, 3-0 to claim their first ACAC title since 2014. Since then, ACAC titles have gone in streaks. Red Deer won the last three, MacEwan had a 3-peat before moving to the CW, and NAIT took all the rest.
So this year's conference champions are:
CWUAA: Saskatchewan Huskies
OUA: U.Q.T.R. Patriotes
AUS: New Brunswick Reds
BCIHL: Vancouver Island Mariners
ACAC: S.A.I.T. Trojans
March 21, 2026: MORE BLOW-OUTS IN SEMI-FINAL ROUND
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Tournament Links:
➤ USports: Tournament Main Page (https://en.usports.ca/championships/2025-26/2025-26_MICE/index)
➤ USports: U SPORTS Men's Hockey Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/composite?d=2026-03-19)
➤ CBC: YouTube Page (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports) (links to livestreams & replays)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CxyZ7vP0/SMU-2021-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg)
SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES 4
WINDSOR LANCERS 1
Links:
➤ USports: Huskies ride fast start past Lancers into University Cup final (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/SF1)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260321_j38s.xml)
➤ SMU: Boyd scores twice as Huskies defeat Lancers 4-1 to advance to U CUP Final (https://smu.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260321nadk79) (with boxscore)
➤ UofW: Lancers fall to host SMU in semifinal (https://golancers.ca/news/2026/3/21/mens-hockey-lancers-battle-in-semifinal-against-host-smu.aspx) (with boxscore)
This followed a familiar, and unfortunate, pattern in this year's U-Cup. The SMUskies built up a commanding 3-0 first period lead, blanked the second, and then hung on in the third for a fairly comfortable win. Even though down 3-0, the Lancers were outshot 12-5 in a scoreless second period. There was really no feeling on my part that Windsor had a reasonable shot at a comeback. They neve gave up, outshooting SMU 11-4 in the third.
(https://i.postimg.cc/1zMg7rdz/UQTR-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 7
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 4
Links:
➤ USports: Patriotes erupt early, down UNB to reach national final (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/SF2)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260321_wqyl.xml)
➤ UQTR: Team Website (https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/gscw031?owa_no_site=133&owa_no_fiche=67)
➤ UNB: REDS Fall In U Cup Semi-Final (https://goredsgo.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260321y32fsz)
UQTR built a 4-0 first period lead on NINE (9) shots on goal. It was then 7-2 until mid-third period. A pair of Squirrel goals improved the look of the scoreline. At the end, UNB led on the shot clock 27-23. Not one for goaltenders' scrap books.
In an oddity, UNB came out in red jerseys as they were designated as "home" team for this game. UQTR wore black, but were forced to change into orange as it is their designated "away" jersey. They do not have white jerseys. So UQTR had to change after warm-ups.
NEXT UP
Sun Mar 22 Bronze Game: Windsor v New Brunswick 9:00 am ADT/7:00 am CDT
Sun Mar 22 Gold Game: Saint Mary's v U.Q.T.R. 1:00 ADT/11:00 CDT
I doubt that I will be up at 7:00 a.m. to watch that bronze medal game. Oddly, the Jets v Rangers NHL game also starts at 11:00 a.m.
March 22, 2026: U-CUP FINAL REQUIRED EXTRA TIME
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Tournament Links:
➤ USports: Tournament Main Page (https://en.usports.ca/championships/2025-26/2025-26_MICE/index)
➤ USports: U SPORTS Men's Hockey Results (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/composite?d=2026-03-19)
➤ CBC: YouTube Page (https://www.youtube.com/@CBCSports) (links to livestreams & replays)
BRONZE GAME
(https://i.postimg.cc/JnyhT58j/Windsor-2022-50x50.jpg) (https://i.postimg.cc/pX3j7Vdg/New-Brunswick-2021-50x50.jpg)
WINDSOR LANCERS 1
NEW BRUNSWICK REDS 5
Links:
➤ USports: > (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/BRONZE)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260322_iab4.xml)
➤ UofW: Men's hockey places fourth at U SPORTS (https://golancers.ca/news/2026/3/22/mens-hockey-mens-hockey-places-fourth-at-u-sports.aspx) (with boxscore)
➤ UNB: REDS Earn Bronze Medal At U SPORTS Championship (https://goredsgo.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260322j9d03r) (with boxscore) : RP @AUS (https://aus.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260322pwa7zn)
I saw just a bit of this one because it was on at 7:00 a.m. CDT. The Squirrels were running away with it by the time I tuned in, so I finished it off on my bedside tablet. The score after one period was 3-0, and the shots were 10-3, both in favour of UNB. Thereafter, they seemed to be happy to make it a low-event affair and coast to a bronze medal. Over the last two periods, the shots were just 12-11 in favour of UNB.
GOLD GAME
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SAINT MARY'S HUSKIES 2
U.Q.T.R. PATRIOTES 3
(in overtime)
Links:
➤ USports: Patriotes erupt early, down UNB to reach national final (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/GOLD)
➤ USports: Box Score (https://en.usports.ca/sports/mice/2025-26c/boxscores/20260322_t85j.xml)
➤ SMU: REDS Fall In U Cup Semi-Final (https://smu.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260322ot365n) (with boxscore) : RP @AUS (https://aus.prestosports.com/sports/mice/2025-26c/releases/20260322rzy6sv)
➤ UQTR: Team Website (https://oraprdnt.uqtr.uquebec.ca/portail/gscw031?owa_no_site=133&owa_no_fiche=67)
Finally, a close game! This hadn't happened since the SMUskies beat the Banjo-Mutts on Thursday night. There was no jersey controversy in this one. UQTR showed up in orange, not black, and the SMUskies were in their mostly white with maroon stripes, and impossible to read numbers. I must say, the combination did look good.
UQTR never led the game until they won it in overtime. Twice, the SMUskies scored to take the lead. Twice, UQTR tied it up. The SMUskies had the edge in play, in fact coming dangerously close to winning at the end of regulation time. The shots were 47-33 in favour of SMU, which was in stark contrast to the low-action bronze game.
I admit that I have a problem with a host team winning this when they would not have otherwise qualified. Last year Ottawa won as host, and this year SMU was knocked out in the AUS quarter-finals by UPEI.
NEWS AROUND THE CW
Post-elimination, most teams had a new link or two from their websites. I previously updated the Bisons, and the Bluegars and Banjo-Mutts had U-Cup news. Alberta and Holy Trinity have nothing new. Here's the rest:
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Links:
➤ UofC: Dinos' Kydd, goaltenders earn Canada West major awards (https://godinos.com/news/2026/3/5/mens-hockey-dinos-kydd-goaltenders-earn-canada-west-major-awards.aspx)
➤ UofC: Captain Kydd signs first pro deal with Cincinnati Cyclones (https://godinos.com/news/2026/3/9/mens-hockey-captain-kydd-signs-first-pro-deal-with-cincinnati-cyclones.aspx)
➤ UofC: Kydd concludes Dinos career with U SPORTS All-Canadian honours (https://godinos.com/news/2026/3/18/mens-hockey-kydd-concludes-dinos-career-with-u-sports-all-canadian-honours.aspx)
In the Town of Bedrock, post-season stories have continued to roll out. Captain Kydd, like Captain Hooker, signed a pro deal and scored in the ECHL. They also summarized all the award-winners:
Senator Joseph A. Sullivan Trophy (Player of the Year): Mika Cyr, Moncton
Clare Drake Award (Rookie of the Year): Conner Roulette, Saskatchewan
Defenceman of the Year: Simon Lavigne, Concordia
Goaltender of the Year: Thomas Couture, Acadia
Dr. Randy Gregg Award (Student-athlete Community Service): Blake Gustafson, Alberta
R.W. Pugh Fair Play Award (Most Sportsmanlike Player): Conor Frenette, UQTR
FOX 40 Coach of the Year: Derek Cormier, Moncton
First Team All-Canadians
F Sasha Mutala UBC
F Nolan Dann Guelph
F Mika Cyr Moncton
D Jake Lee UBC
D Simon Lavigne Concordia
G Thomas Couture Acadia
Second Team All-Canadians
F Reid Valade Saint Mary's
F Conor Frenette UQTR
F Adam Kydd Calgary
D Charlie Callaghan StFX
D Landon Kosior Saskatchewan
G Max Donoso Windsor
All-Rookie Team
F Jeremy D'Astous Moncton
F Colton Smith Windsor
F Conner Roulette Saskatchewan
D Luca D'Amato UNB
D Jace Weir UBC
G Andrew Ness Laurier
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Links:
➤ MacU: Three Stars: Shimoda, Jean Jr., Inglis earn honours (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/general/2025-26/releases/20260224n6v8qa)
➤ MacU: Dowhaniuk first Griffins MHKY player recognized by Canada West with spot on all-rookie team (https://www.macewangriffins.ca/sports/mice/2025-26p/releases/20260227hyswnb)
I think that The Family Guys had a men's hockey player awarded a Three Stars honour every week this year.
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Links:
➤ UofR: Cougars open 2026-27 recruiting class with three commitments (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/2/18/mens-hockey-cougars-open-2026-27-recruiting-class-with-three-commitments.aspx)
➤ UofR: Niverville's Merik Boles commits to men's hockey (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/2/24/mens-hockey-nivervilles-merik-boles-commits-to-mens-hockey.aspx)
➤ UofR: Kurt Rookes commits to Cougars (https://cougarsandrams.com/news/2026/3/10/mens-hockey-kurt-rookes-commits-to-cougars.aspx)
The Banjo-Cats graduated almost half of their roster, and that includes most of their best players. So from that angle, it is good to see a host of announcements from them.
Noah Asmundson (F) - Estevan Bruins (SJHL)
Riley Fequet (F) - Winkler Flyers/Swan Valley Stampeders (MJHL)
Rylan Pearce (D) - Weyburn Red Wings (SJHL)/Regina Pats (WHL)
Merik Boles (F) - Niverville Nighthawks (MJHL)
Kurt Rookes (F/D) - Waywayseecappo Wolverines (MJHL)
Rookes also had some prior time with Wenatchee and Swift Current of the WHL, and Asmundson had prior time with Niverville in the MJHL. So 4-out-of-5 have some MJHL history.
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Links:
➤ UBC: Sasha Mutala wins CW Player of the Year, Lee, Mirwald and Butenschon all honoured with major awards (https://gothunderbirds.ca/news/2026/3/5/mens-hockey-sasha-mutala-wins-cw-player-of-the-year-lee-mirwald-and-butenschon-all-honoured-with-major-awards.aspx)
After having the best season of anybody, the T-irds fell apart against Sask in the CW semi-finals, thus not even getting an appearance an the U-Cup. The linked story gives a lot of background on each of their CW and USports acknowledgements.