Four storylines to watch entering the 2026 Memorial Cup
The 2026 Memorial Cup opens Friday in Kelowna with powerhouse contenders, elite NHL prospects, and four major storylines shaping the race for junior hockey’s national championship.
Memorial Cup set to take over Kelowna
The 2026 Memorial Cup is set to extend beyond the rink as Kelowna prepares for a city-wide championship experience featuring fan activations, local partnerships, public art, and the return of major junior hockey’s top prize to the Okanagan.
Wranglers Drop 4–1 Decision to Barracuda on Hockey Fights Cancer Night at the Saddledome
The Calgary Wranglers dropped a 4–1 decision to the San Jose Barracuda on Hockey Fights Cancer night. Egor Afanasyev and Kasper Halttunen led the way for San Jose, while Lucas Ciona scored Calgary’s lone goal. Gabriel Carriere turned aside 20 shots in net, frustrating the Wranglers' power play and sealing back-to-back wins at the Saddledome.