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Moncton Wildcats Secure 2-0 Series Lead with Double OT Thriller in QMJHL Final

Vincent Collard's game-winner in the second overtime and balanced team contributions propel Moncton past Rimouski as the series shifts to Quebec.

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Overview

  • The Moncton Wildcats defeated the Rimouski Oceanic 4-3 in double overtime in Game 2, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven QMJHL Championship series.
  • Vincent Collard scored the game-winning goal at 2:34 of the second overtime, capping off a tightly contested matchup at Moncton's Avenir Centre.
  • Jonathan Fauchon forced overtime for Rimouski with a late third-period equalizer, while Moncton’s Juraj Pekarcik contributed a goal and an assist.
  • The Wildcats outshot the Oceanic 46-31 and continued to capitalize on special teams, going 1-for-2 on the power play while holding Rimouski scoreless on three man-advantage opportunities.
  • The series now moves to Rimouski for Games 3 and 4 midweek, where the Oceanic will aim to avoid falling further behind in their quest for the league title.