
Three Playoff Matchups Confirmed
Published on March 21, 2026 under Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) News Release
Boucherville, QC - Based on Friday night's results, three first-round series have been confirmed in the QMJHL: Sherbrooke vs. Shawinigan, Cape Breton vs. Newfoundland, and Québec vs. Charlottetown.
WESTERN CONFERENCE
4. Shawinigan Cataractes vs. 5. Sherbrooke Phoenix
EASTERN CONFERENCE
3. Newfoundland Regiment vs. 6. Cape Breton Eagles
4. Charlottetown Islanders vs. 5. Québec Remparts
The five other first-round matchups will be decided and announced tonight, following the conclusion of the regular season.
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![]() Shawinigan Cataractes vs. the Sherbrooke Phoenix (Vincent Lévesque Rousseau) |
![]() Newfoundland Regiment defend against the Cape Breton Eagles (Jeff Parsons) |
![]() Charlottetown Islanders vs. the Quebec Remparts (Jonathan Roy) |
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- Islanders Set for First Round Showdown with Quebec Remparts - Charlottetown Islanders
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