Ottawa 67's Preseason Is Coming
Ottawa hockey fans have something to circle on the calendar: the Ottawa 67's have officially revealed their exhibition schedule for the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League season, according to the Canadian Hockey League. While full details on opponents and dates are still trickling out, the announcement marks the unofficial start of the countdown to another season of junior hockey in the nation's capital.
What Exhibition Season Means for the Team
For the 67's, exhibition games are more than just a formality before the regular season kicks off. They're a chance for the coaching staff to evaluate returning players, get a look at new draft picks and import prospects, and start building chemistry on the ice before the games actually count. For fans, it's the first opportunity of the year to see the roster in action and get a sense of what kind of team Ottawa is icing heading into the fall.
Why It Matters to Ottawa
The 67's have long been a fixture of the city's sports scene, playing out of TD Place at Lansdowne Park in the heart of the Glebe. The team draws a loyal following from across the city and the wider Ottawa Valley, and exhibition games often serve as an accessible, lower-stakes way for casual fans and families to catch live junior hockey before the regular-season intensity sets in. With the OHL continuing to be one of the top development leagues feeding the NHL, keeping an eye on the 67's preseason lineup can offer an early hint at which prospects might make waves in Ottawa colours this year.
What's Next
As more specifics on matchups and ticket availability are confirmed, expect the 67's organization to roll out details through their official channels and local coverage. For now, the reveal of the exhibition schedule is a signal that hockey season in Ottawa is closer than it might feel in the middle of summer, and it gives fans a marker to start planning their trips to Lansdowne.
Source: Canadian Hockey League, via Google News Ottawa
