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Victoire de Montréal Wins the 2026 Walter Cup Championship
May
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Montréal Captures First Walter Cup in Franchise History
Victoire de Montréal made history by defeating Ottawa Charge 4-0 in Game 4 of the 2026 Walter Cup Finals, clinching the series 3-1 and securing the franchise’s first-ever Walter Cup championship.
The championship game took place at Canadian Tire Centre in front of 12,362 fans as Montréal became the first Canadian team to win the Walter Cup in Professional Women’s Hockey League history.
Marie-Philip Poulin Named Playoff MVP
Team captain Marie-Philip Poulin was awarded the Ilana Kloss Playoff MVP after an outstanding postseason performance. Poulin finished the playoffs with eight points (2 goals, 6 assists), tying the PWHL record for most points in a single playoff campaign.
Poulin also contributed a key assist on Montréal’s opening goal and continued to lead the team throughout the finals with elite leadership and experience.
Abby Roque Scores Twice as Desbiens Records Shutout
Forward Abby Roque delivered a dominant performance with two goals for Montréal.
- Her first goal came in the second period off a feed from Poulin.
- Her second was a short-handed “jailbreak” goal midway through the third period that extended Montréal’s lead to 2-0.
Meanwhile, goaltender Ann-Renée Desbiens stopped all 23 shots she faced to earn her second shutout of the postseason.
Third-Period Explosion Seals the Championship
After a tightly contested game through two periods, Montréal exploded offensively in the final 10 minutes of regulation.
- Abby Roque scored short-handed to make it 2-0
- Maggie Flaherty added another goal from the blue line
- Lina Ljungblom sealed the victory with an unassisted goal
Montréal scored three goals in just 5:14 to secure the 4-0 championship win.
Historic Achievements from the 2026 Walter Cup Finals
Montréal Makes PWHL History
- First Canadian team to win the Walter Cup
- First road team to win a Finals game since 2025
- Largest playoff victory margin in franchise postseason history
Kori Cheverie Breaks New Ground
Head coach Kori Cheverie became the first female coach in PWHL history to win the Walter Cup championship.
Maggie Flaherty Wins Third Walter Cup
Maggie Flaherty became the first three-time Walter Cup champion in league history.
Ottawa Charge Ends Remarkable Playoff Run
Despite the loss, Ottawa Charge completed a memorable postseason run by reaching the Walter Cup Finals for the first time.
Captain Brianne Jenner praised Ottawa’s passionate fanbase for supporting the team throughout the playoffs, while head coach Carla MacLeod expressed pride in her team’s resilience and determination during the season.
Key Stats from Game 4
| Category | Montréal | Ottawa |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 4 | 0 |
| Shots on Goal | 16 | 23 |
| Power Play | 0/7 | 0/10 |
| Faceoff Win % | 28.8% | 71.2% |
| Shutouts | Desbiens | — |
Three Stars of the Game
- Abby Roque – 2 Goals
- Ann-Renée Desbiens – 23-save Shutout
- Laura Stacey – 1 Assist
Conclusion
The 2026 Walter Cup championship marks a historic milestone for Victoire de Montréal and women’s hockey in Canada. Led by stars like Marie-Philip Poulin, Abby Roque, and Ann-Renée Desbiens, Montréal proved themselves as the league’s top team with a dominant playoff performance.
Their victory not only cements Montréal’s place in PWHL history but also highlights the continued growth and popularity of professional women’s hockey across North America.
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