Ottawa 67s Welcome Barrie for High-Stakes Game 3
Ottawa hockey fans had every reason to pack into TD Place on the evening of April 14, 2026, as the Ottawa 67s hosted the Barrie Colts in Game 3 of their second-round Ontario Hockey League playoff series.
With the CHL playoffs in full swing, Round 2 matchups are where junior hockey dreams are made — and the 67s have given their fans plenty to cheer about this postseason. Game 3 on home ice is always a pivotal moment in a best-of-seven series, offering the home side a chance to seize momentum in front of their own crowd.
Playoff Atmosphere at TD Place
There's nothing quite like playoff hockey in Ottawa. The 67s faithful — known for their passionate, vocal support — bring an energy to TD Place that transforms the downtown arena into one of the loudest buildings in the OHL. Flags wave, chants echo off the rafters, and the Barber Poles' iconic red, white, and black jerseys fill the stands with local pride.
For a franchise with as rich a history as the Ottawa 67s — one of the OHL's original six teams, founded in 1967 — every playoff run carries the weight of tradition. Alumni like Denis Potvin and Bryan Murray once skated in these playoffs, and today's roster is adding their own chapter to that legacy.
Why This Series Matters for Ottawa
A deep playoff run means more than just hardware for the 67s. It's a rallying point for a city that loves its hockey at every level. With the Ottawa Senators battling in the NHL and the 67s pushing in the OHL, spring 2026 has been a great time to be a hockey fan in the nation's capital.
Game 3s are notorious for setting the tone of a series. A team that takes a 2-1 series lead gains significant psychological and strategic advantage — the pressure shifts squarely onto the trailing club. Whether Ottawa was looking to pull ahead or claw back into contention, the home crowd at TD Place was ready to play its part as the unofficial seventh skater.
What's Next for the 67s
As the playoff series continues, Ottawa fans will be watching closely to see how the Barber Poles manage depth, special teams, and goaltending — the three pillars of any championship run in junior hockey. Barrie is never an easy out, and the Colts have their own playoff pedigree to draw upon.
For 67s supporters, every home game this time of year is a can't-miss occasion. If you haven't made it out to TD Place for a playoff game yet, now is the time — these are the moments that become the stories Ottawa hockey fans tell for decades.
Keep up with the Ottawa 67s' full playoff schedule and ticket information at ottawasports.com.
Source: CHL / Google News, Ottawa 67s vs. Barrie Colts, R2G3, April 14 2026.
