The Winnipeg Thrashers powered past the UI3 Southwest Cougars AA 9-5 in a high-scoring 40-minute showdown. Winnipeg jumped ahead with four first-period goals, while the Cougars answered with goals from Wilfred Mitchell and Hudson Reeves to keep the action lively. Max Bloodworth completed a hat trick, and the Thrashers added two more goals in the second period before both teams traded late tallies. The game included some penalties, but both sides continued battling with energy through the final whistle. It was an entertaining, competitive contest packed with goals from start to finish.