Ottawa's 67's playoff run has come to an end, with the Barrie Colts eliminating them in five games to advance to the OHL Eastern Conference semifinals.
The Colts closed out the series with a series-clinching win in Game 5, sending Ottawa's squad home and booking their own ticket to the next round of the playoffs. It's a tough exit for the 67's faithful, who had hoped to see their team make a deeper run into the postseason.
A Hard-Fought Series
While the Colts ultimately took the series, the 67's didn't go down without a fight. Stretching the matchup to five games showed resilience from the Ottawa squad, giving fans some memorable moments along the way even if the outcome wasn't what anyone in the nation's capital was hoping for.
Barrie was simply the stronger side when it counted most, closing things out decisively in that deciding fifth game to move on.
What's Next for the 67's
With the season now over, attention in Ottawa will shift to the offseason — player development, potential roster moves, and building toward next year. The 67's have a strong history as one of the OHL's most storied franchises, and their fan base will be eager to see the team come back stronger in 2026–27.
For the Colts, the road continues as they gear up to face their next opponent in the Eastern Conference semis. Ottawa fans will no doubt be watching with a mix of envy and respect as the team that ended their season keeps playing.
A Season to Build On
While playoff exits are always disappointing, every season provides lessons and growth — particularly for younger players working their way through the OHL system. The 67's will look to use this postseason experience as fuel heading into training camp later this year.
For now, though, it's a quiet spring in Ottawa's hockey scene. The city tips its hat to the Colts for a well-earned victory and looks forward to what next season has in store for the 67's.
Source: CTV News via Google News
