Memorial Cup Sendoff This Monday

The Sea Dogs will hold a “celebratory Memorial Cup sendoff” on Monday at Harbour Station. This from the team:

SAINT JOHN - As President’s Cup champions, the Sea Dogs will advance to represent the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League at the MasterCard Memorial Cup in Shawinigan, Que. from May 18 to 27. 

With the team scheduled to depart Wednesday, the Sea Dogs are inviting fans to a celebratory Memorial Cup sendoff from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday at Harbour Station. 

Fans will have the opportunity to fill Harbour Station, get another glimpse at the President's Cup, and wish the players well as they prepare to defend their national championship. Fans are also encouraged to bring posters and letters of encouragement for the players as they look to add a second Memorial Cup to their back-to-back QMJHL titles.

Saint John’s first Memorial Cup game is on Saturday, May 19 at 8pm against either the London Knights or the Niagara IceDogs. All games will be shown on Sportsnet. 

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