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Kitchener Rangers top Everett Silvertips 6-2 to claim Memorial Cup

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Kitchener Rangers top Everett Silvertips 6-2 to claim Memorial Cup

Summary

The Kitchener Rangers defeated the Everett Silvertips 6-2 on Sunday night in Kelowna, British Columbia, securing the Memorial Cup. Jack Pridham and San O'Reilly each scored early in the third period, expanding Kitchener's lead. The Rangers won all four of their games in the tournament, becoming champions for the third time in their history, previously winning in 1982 and 2003. Meanwhile, Everett aimed to make history as the fourth U.S. team to take the title but fell short despite a strong run to the final.

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By the Numbers

•Kitchener Rangers win the Memorial Cup with a 6-2 victory.
•Rangers scored two goals in 37 seconds during the third period.
•O'Reilly recorded three assists in the final.
•Kitchener previously won titles in 1952, 1982, and 2003.
•Everett reached the final after defeating Chicoutimi 6-1 in the semifinal.

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What they're saying

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Jack Pridham and San O'Reilly broke it open with power-play goals in a 37-second span early in the third period and the Kitchener Rangers beat the Everett Silvertips 6-2 on Sunday night to win the Memorial Cup. Ontario Hockey League champion Kitchener won its third Memorial Cup title and the fourth in franchise history. The team took its first championship in 1952 as the Guelph Biltmores, moved to Kitchener in 1963 and won titles in 1982 and 2003.
— Yahoo Sports