The team fan club prepares pre-game ceremonies to mark the first game of the new season. While Gordie is put in charge of coaching the game instead of Murray, we learn of the Mills closure, directly and indirectly affecting everyone.
Concern that a journalist will write a "bad article" about Ramville grows. Elsewhere, Maureen tries to provide Julie with relationship advice, while Gordie and Nadine disagree on home renovations.
Sales at the arena snack bar have dropped, so Polo decides to confiscate spectators' bags to prevent them from bringing their own food. Meanwhile, Maureen helps Christian find a job in order to please her mother.
As Gordie's wrapped up planning Nadine's birthday, Maureen finally commits to taking the next step in her relationship with Racette, even contemplating a child together. When Julie objects, Maureen lectures her about friendship.
Gordie looks to recruit a former NHL goalie with an interesting reputation. Maureen ignores Racette after the way he reacted when suggesting they move in together. Julie interviews for a job at a video store.
As Gordie worries about the team's newly signed goalie and his ability to handle the first game pressure, Maureen is tasked with caring for her "big wolf" while he's sick with the flu.
The team fan club plans a road trip to see the Radiators play out of town, but Julie unexpectedly can't make the game. Tensions between Nadine and Gordie escalate.
As Maureen learns that Racette is having trouble with his teammate McNeil, she decides to have a talk with him. Meanwhile, Gordie investigates the possible sale of Polo's businesses.
As negotiations with the multinational corporation worsen, Gordie gets the feeling that Polo is up to something. Elsewhere, regardless of McNeil's behavior on and off the ice, Julie comes to the realization that she's obsessed with him.
When one of the players suggests coach Murray suspend his own teammate, Gordie has to step in. Julie is forced to face the consequences of her recent actions.
As the new interim head coach of the Radiators, Gordie tries to restore peace amongst the roster. Meanwhile, the same journalist who previously visited the team returns to town in hopes of continuing his newspaper's investigation.
The Radiators have qualified for the playoffs, but a freak injury during practice, and news of the multinational deal quickly dampen the town's enthusiasm. Julie tries to find an interest in something other than hockey.
In their next series, the Radiators now match up against the Mustangs. Already down 0-1 due to Blondin's previous injury, prior to game two, Gordie must convince him to play.
