The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) has announced that Gabriel Le Houillier of the Rockland Nationals has been named the recipient of the Most Valuable Player award for the 2025-26 season. The announcement was made on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Le Houillier, a forward from Lorraine, Quebec, showcased a remarkable offensive performance throughout the season, solidifying his status as the league's most valuable player.
Dominant Offensive Campaign
Le Houillier's season was nothing short of spectacular. The 20-year-old stalwart amassed an impressive 59 goals and 61 assists, totaling 120 points in just 52 games played in the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL). This outstanding performance placed him a significant 17 points ahead of the next closest scorer in the CCHL and a dozen points clear of any other player across the entire CJHL. His consistency was evident, as he was held off the scoresheet only twice all season. Each of those instances was met with a powerful rebound, as he followed up with four and three-point performances in the subsequent games. Le Houillier concluded the regular season on an impressive 23-game point streak.
League-Leading Statistics and Accolades
Beyond his overall point total, Le Houillier led, or was tied for the lead, in multiple CCHL categories. These included 13 power-play goals, 15 game-winning goals, 4 empty-net markers, and 8 insurance goals. He achieved these numbers while averaging over 19 minutes of ice time per game. His dominance was further underscored by his 15 first-star selections, which was double that of any other player in his league. Le Houillier also received the additional honor of being named the CJHL's Top Forward for the season.
Recognition Among Elite Talent
The MVP award voting process involved each of the CJHL's nine member leagues. Le Houillier garnered the accolades over a strong field of finalists, including Niklas Gudmundson (Winkler Flyers, MJHL), Mathieu Comeau (Hearst Lumberjacks, NOJHL), Taeo Artichuk (Trenton Golden Hawks, OJHL), and Mathis Lacroix-Goulet (Collège Français de Longueuil, LHJAAAQ). The selection of Le Houillier highlights his exceptional individual performance and his significant impact on the Rockland Nationals' success during the 2025-26 season.
The recognition of Gabriel Le Houillier as the CJHL MVP caps off a stellar individual season. His offensive prowess and consistent performance have set a high standard for players in the league, and his achievements will be a key talking point as the junior hockey landscape in Canada continues to evolve.