Saskatchewan Rush 10, Halifax Thunderbirds 9 The Rush were the runner-up to the Bandits in last season's championship game, and they appear to be one of the more impressive teams again in 2025-26. And while this game goes down as a loss for the Thunderbirds, they showed that they are up to the challenge against anyone. The two teams traded goals throughout this intense showdown, with Austin Shanks netting the game-winner with just 1:02 remaining. Ryan Keenan led Saskatchewan with six points (two goals, four assists),