This is it. The playoff pool has officially reached its endgame. Only a few teams remain in striking distance with a legitimate shot at taking it all. At this stage, it’s no longer about draft strategy or early-round luck. It’s about one thing: Who still has players skating. And as the standings show, Tucker McSwain (113 pts) has the edge. After taking a deeper dive, the real scenarios have been discovered. I'll explain who's really contenders, pretenders, and who is safe to

Round two is showing no certainty in direction who will grab the lead and run away with it. We’ve officially hit the stage of the playoff pool where it’s no longer just about who drafted well, it’s about who survived. With half of the NHL teams already sent packing, the gap between contenders and pretenders is growing by the day. Active players are currency now, and if your roster is filled with names no longer skating, the writing is already on the wall. The Clear Contenders

Montreal Canadiens hope to head into round two after game 7 clash with Tampa Bay. The deeper the Stanley Cup Playoffs go, the less this pool becomes about depth—and the more it becomes about hitting on the right stars at the right time. And right now, a few managers are separating themselves not just by luck, but by elite production from the names that matter most in May. A Leader Emerges From the Chaos After a tightly packed opening stretch, the top of the standings is final

Owen Woolhouse scores five goals in Game 7, leading Ice Llamas to stunning comeback victory Ice Llamas captain Owen Woolhouse celebrates his second SportsKlub Arena Series championship. Nothing could have prepared those in attendance for how Game 7 of the SportsKlub Arena Series would ultimately unfold. Studabakers Beachside looked in complete control early, riding a dominant offensive surge to what felt like a commanding lead behind Mitchell Webb, who delivered one of the mo

Shawn McManus lead the charge as Studabakers Beachside stuns Famous Archie’s Owen Woolhouse breaks in alone on a breakaway, testing Leprechauns goaltender Braeden Price during Game 6 action at Rotary Place. The season was on the line. One more loss, and it was over. Instead, the Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns delivered their biggest performance of the Arena Series, defeating the Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas 10-7 in Game 6 to force a winner-take-all Game 7. From the opening w

Studabakers rally from early 2-0 deficit and pull away in Game 5, shifting momentum as pressure builds ahead of Saturday night showdown at Rotary Place Studabakers Beachside forward Nolan Inglis chatting up teammate Mitchell Webb after scoring in Game 5. The Cup was in the building, the crowd had that playoff buzz, and for a moment early on, it felt like the Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas were about to end it. They came out flying in Game 5 of the Arena Series, jumping out to a q

Owen Woolhouse scores OT winner. Famous Archies Ice Llamas can clinch Arena Series on St. Patrick’s Day Famous Archies forward Mark Griffiths beats Studabakers Beachside goalie Chris Langstaff glove side. The Famous Archies Ice Llamas are now one win away from capturing the SportsKlub Arena Series after a dramatic overtime victory that has pushed them to the brink of a championship. The Ice Llamas defeated the Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns 8-7 in Game 4 of the best-of-sev

Game 5 set for St. Patrick’s Day showdown on Gill Street; Game 4 goes Saturday at Rotary Famous Archies defenceman Dave Mcleod stares down Studabakers Beachside enforcer Steve Hamilton during Game 1. The SportsKlub Arena Series is set to return to the ice this weekend after an unexpected pause, with the Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns and Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas preparing to resume their battle for the Arena Series title. Game 4 will take place Saturday, March 14 at 8:

SportsKlub will work with the City of Orillia to reschedule the game next week Water dripping from the roof at Rotary Place has forced the postponement of Game 4 of the SportsKlub Arena Series. Buckets were placed on the ice to catch the leaks while arena staff assessed the damage Water leaking from the roof at Rotary Place has forced the postponement of Game 4 of the SportsKlub Arena Series Saturday night in west Orillia. Reports say leaks from the facility’s roof began drip

Mitchell Web scores six as Famous Archie’s squad survives back-and-forth battle against Studabakers on Saturday night Studabakers forward Austin Dyck watches the opening shift of Game 3, waiting his turn to join the action. Following a week-long break, the playoff atmosphere continued at Rotary Place on Saturday night. The Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas edged the Studabakers Leprechauns 12–11 in a back-and-forth thriller in Game 3 of the 2026 Arena Series, a contest that featured

Back-and-forth showdown features surprise goalies and offensive explosion as series heads to decisive Game 3 tied 1–1 Famous Archies forward Dustin Guest finds an opportunity in the slot during Game 2 of the 2026 Arena Series verus Studabakers. The Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas answered back in a big way Saturday night, surviving a chaotic, back-and-forth Game 2 and outscoring the Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns 16–9 to even the SportsKlub Arena Series at one game apiece. If G

Ice Llamas turn to Koesdibyo in goal while Leprechauns replace captain with debuting Mitchell Hurtubise Famous Archies star players Mark Griffiths and Owen Woolhouse look to capitalize on a chance with Studabakers goalie Bill Griffin guarding the cage. The SportsKlub Arena Series shifts into its next chapter with Game 2 set to take the ice on Saturday night, and both teams already adjusting after a wide-open 12–8 victory by the Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns in the opener.

Balanced scoring and timely saves lift Studabakers Beachside to a 12–8 win over the Famous Archies and an early series lead Connor Flannery winding up and letting it fly as the Arena Series intensity ramps up. The Studabakers Beachside Leprechauns made an early statement in the SportsKlub Arena Series on Saturday night, using a relentless offensive push and timely goaltending to secure a 12–8 victory over the Famous Archie’s Ice Llamas in Game 1 of the best-of-seven showdown

Early revenge delivered as Leprechauns dominate Ice Llamas in exhibition opener at West Orillia Sports Complex The Leprechauns made sure there was no lingering doubt about how much last year’s Arena Series still mattered to them, delivering a decisive 16–5 exhibition win over the Ice Llamas on Saturday night at the West Orillia Sports Complex. One season after being reverse swept by the Llamas in a dramatic Arena Series, the Leprechauns came out with purpose, pace, and an edg

We're bringing the action to a new platform, officially launching on TikTok SportsKlub can now be found on TikTok @thesportsklub SportsKlub is officially on TikTok. As the Orillia-based sports community continues to grow, we’re excited to announce the launch of our new TikTok account, a place where players, fans, and supporters can follow along with everything SportsKlub has going on, from season highlights to behind-the-scenes moments. SportsKlub has always been about more t

New crest blends Irish cliffs and Andes ice to honour the Leprechauns–Ice Llamas rivalry in a premium, big-event design The Ice Llamas erased a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Leprechauns in Game 7 of the 2025 SportsKlub Arena Series at the West Orillia Sports Complex. SportsKlub has officially revealed the 2026 Arena Series logo, a bold, shield-style crest designed to capture the energy of a major hockey event while celebrating the unique identity of the league’s two teams: the Le

New hub connects players to stats, schedules, news, and more The SportsKlub flag blows in the autumn wind. SportsKlub has officially taken its next step forward with the launch of its new website, giving players, fans, and families a central place to follow the league, stay informed, and get involved. Built around the idea that sports should be accessible, inclusive, and fun-first, the SportsKlub website brings together everything the league has grown into over the years. Fro

Another season of friendly rivalry and redemption begins next month in Orillia. The Ice Llamas erased a 3-0 deficit to defeat the Leprechauns in Game 7 of the 2025 SportsKlub Arena Series at the West Orillia Sports Complex. The SportsKlub Arena Series, a best-of-seven ice hockey showdown between the Ice Llamas and the Leprechauns, will return this winter, bringing with it one of the best friendly rivalries in the SportsKlub universe. First launched in 2024, the Arena Series w

In SportsKlub, versatility means more than just playing multiple positions. It means showing up in every season, in every sport, and in every moment when your team needs you. Braeden Price was awarded Most Versatile Athlete at the 2025 SportsKlub Honours & Hall of Fame banquet. Across the entire SportsKlub calendar, Braeden Price left his mark everywhere. On the football field, he led the Augies at quarterback to two Power Bowl championships, guiding the offense with confiden

Some people help build SportsKlub by what they do on the field, others help build it by giving the community a place to gather. On Sunday night, Joe Winacott was inducted into the SportsKlub Hall of Fame, class of 2025. That is why Joe Winacott now stands as a member of the SportsKlub Hall of Fame. Introducing Winacott, John Hammill reflected on knowing Joe since returning to Orillia in 2008, long before Studabakers Beachside became a downtown cornerstone and long before Wina