Wildcats Defend the Den against the Regiment Saturday Afternoon
Published on January 9, 2026 under Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL)
Moncton Wildcats News Release
If it seems like we've seen a lot of the Regiment lately, its because we have! The Newfoundland squad are back again - Saturday at 4pm - for their 3rd visit since DEC 17 and Cats forward Gabe Smith is probably the most excited. Smith has 7 points in the 2 latest meetings - a 5-point (2G, 3A) night and a 2-goal performance. Both helped the Cats come back and earn late victories over the Regiment.
The Wildcats (27-7-2-1) are tied with Chicoutimi for 1st overall and come into Saturday night on a roll, losing just once in their last 12 games. They feature many offensive weapons and it's been scoring by committee with 7 Wildcats above the 30-point mark. Rookie defenceman Tommy Bleyl is leading the way - tied for 10th overall in Q points with 45 (7G, 38A).
QMJHL Goalie of the Month Rudy Guimond continues to lead the league in wins (23), GAA (2.31) & save percentage (.924). Rookie Jacoby Weiner is coming off his 1st QMJHL shutout.
The Regiment (20-15-1-1, 4th Eastern Conf.) are 6-4 in their last 10 and come to Moncton on a 3-game winning streak. Justin Larose is their leading scorer with 24 goals & 33 assist for 57 points - 2nd overall in the QMJHL.
New goalie Louis-Antoine Denault has won 3 of 4 since joining the Regiment - his lone loss to the Wildcats on DEC 30.
Save on tickets with a PAL Airlines/Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport Wildcats Family 4-Pack - 2 adults & 2 youths for $65.60 tax included. Extra youths are $16.40. Available at the Avenir Centre Box Office or ticketmaster.ca.
Arrive early & take advantage of 30 Minute Powerplay pricing at the Avenir Centre - $4 hot dogs, $3 Aquafina bottles of water, and $5 Moosehead Light & Alpine (355mL cans), taxes not included. The Avenir Centre doors open at 3pm - prices are in effect for 30 minutes after doors open for the game.
Our 50/50 raffle has a $7,000 jackpot guarantee.
The Moose Light Ice Level Bar is open to the public (ages 19+) and anyone with a ticket to the game can access it through section 107. Non-alcoholic beverages are available in the Ice Bar.
THINGS TO KNOW FOR SATURDAY:
The 50/50 raffle has an $7,000 Jackpot guarantee. Don't forget to buy your raffle tickets online now or at the game. We accept cash, debit, Visa or Mastercard at the arena.
Access your season seats or flex tickets through your Ticketmaster Wildcats Account Manager.
Group tickets are available for every home game - Call 506-382-5555. Great seats at our best ticket prices for your group of 10+.
Our PAL Airlines/Greater Moncton Roméo LeBlanc International Airport Family 4-Pack is one of the best family deals you'll find in Moncton - 2 adults & 2 youths for just $65.60, tax & fees included. Additional youths just $16.40. Available every home game on Ticketmaster.
Celebrate your child's birthday with Wild Willie & the Wildcats and take advantage of special group rates.
The Rogers Item of the Game is any of the grey heather Coloured Cuff collection (crewneck, 1/4-zip or sweatpants). Save 20%!
The jersey raffle is for a 30th Anniversary royal blue autographed #25 GUIMOND
Rudy Guimond will be signing autographs post-game, in the Avenir Centre lobby.
The Moose Light Ice Bar will be open.
Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League Stories from January 9, 2026
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- Wildcats Defend the Den against the Regiment Saturday Afternoon - Moncton Wildcats
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- Islanders vs. Mooseheads - Y2K Night at the Eastlink Centre - Charlottetown Islanders
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