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Abbotsford Aces: From Near Miss to Calder Cup Champions!
25 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Abbotsford's remarkable turnaround from a losing record to a championship.
- Goalie Arturs Silovs earned MVP honors with stellar playoff performance.
- The team secured its first-ever Calder Cup title for a Vancouver affiliate.
The Abbotsford team achieved a remarkable feat, clinching their first-ever Calder Cup championship in a historic season for the Vancouver Canucks affiliate. Starting January 2025 with a losing record, the team experienced a dramatic turnaround after a players-only meeting, transforming their season.
Their impressive resurgence saw them climb the standings and navigate through multiple playoff rounds, ultimately reaching the Calder Cup Final. They defeated the Charlotte team in a hard-fought series, securing the championship with key road victories.
Arturs Silovs, the team's goalie, was instrumental in their success, earning MVP honors for the playoffs. Despite his crucial role, he was later traded to the Pittsburgh Penguins in July 2025.
