Preview: Quebec Remparts at Shawinigan Cataractes

SHAWINIGAN, Quebec (Interstat) — The Shawinigan Cataractes, holding a superior record in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, will host the Quebec Remparts on Wednesday night at Centre Bionest.

The Cataractes (24-17-0) enter with momentum from a 6-2 road victory over Sherbrooke on Sunday. Center Vince Elie was instrumental in that win, scoring two goals and adding an assist. Elie has been a consistent offensive force, recording four points (one goal, three assists) in his last two games.

The Remparts (21-20-0) look to rebound from a 5-1 home loss to Baie-Comeau on Saturday. Winger Louis-Thomas Lapointe provided the lone goal in that defeat. Quebec’s form has been uneven, with a 4-5-1 record in its last 10 outings, though that stretch includes a 10-6 offensive explosion in Rimouski on Jan. 10.

The season series is split, with each team winning decisively on home ice. Shawinigan dominated Quebec 7-0 on Oct. 25, but the Remparts responded with a 3-1 victory on Dec. 14.

Shawinigan’s strength at home, where it recently earned a 4-1 win over Sherbrooke, will be tested by a Quebec team seeking consistency. The matchup features two of the league’s notable performers. Elie’s recent scoring surge for Shawinigan contrasts with Lapointe’s role as a key contributor for Quebec, who has a goal and three shots in his last game.

With both teams embarking on demanding schedules later in the week, securing two points in this midweek contest is a priority. Shawinigan aims to solidify its standing, while Quebec looks to climb back above .500 and avenge its early-season shutout loss in this building.

Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. EST.