The Medicine Hat Cubs secured a 2–1 series lead on February 20, 2026, with a 6–3 victory over the Carstar Okotoks Bisons at the Kinplex Arena.
Game 3 Recap (February 20)
The Cubs staged an impressive comeback after falling behind early in the first period.
Final Score:
Medicine Hat Cubs 6, Okotoks Bisons 3
The Turning Point
Okotoks jumped out to a commanding 3–0 lead within the first 13 minutes of the game. Medicine Hat responded with a four‑goal second period, swinging momentum firmly in their favour.
Goaltending Change Pays Off
Following the third Bisons goal, the Cubs replaced starter Marlo DeRosa with Kayne Wright. Wright was outstanding in relief, stopping all 26 shots he faced and shutting the door for the remainder of the game.
Key Performers
- Jesse Klimosko (Cubs): Scored in the first period to spark the comeback.
- Seamus Garagan (Bisons): Continued his strong postseason with an early goal, his seventh of the playoffs.
Updated Series Schedule
With the Game 3 win, the Cubs are now one victory away from advancing to the South Division Finals.
| Game | Date | Result / Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 13 | Bisons 4, Cubs 0 | Medicine Hat |
| 2 | Feb 15 | Cubs 4, Bisons 3 | Okotoks |
| 3 | Feb 20 | Cubs 6, Bisons 3 | Medicine Hat |
| 4 | Feb 21 | Tonight – 8:30 PM | Okotoks |
| 5* | Feb 22 | 3:30 PM | Medicine Hat |
*If necessary
Tonight’s Outlook – Game 4
Time / Venue:
8:30 PM MST at Murray Arena, Okotoks
What’s at Stake:
This is more than a chance to advance. Game 4 is an opportunity for the Medicine Hat Cubs to finish the job and settle unfinished business. A win would close out the series on hostile ice, punch their ticket to the South Division Finals, and finally erase the sting of last year’s South Finals loss to the Bisons. For the Cubs, it’s about redemption, momentum, and proving that this year’s path ends differently.
Streaming:
Live coverage available on FloHockey
