67's Draw First Blood Against Kingston
Ottawa's 67's kicked off their playoff series against the Kingston Frontenacs with a hard-fought Game 1 win, giving the home side an early edge in what promises to be a scrappy, entertaining series.
The 67's came in focused and competitive, grinding out a result that showed plenty of playoff character. Kingston is no pushover — the Frontenacs have been one of the OHL's more physical and disciplined clubs this season — so taking the opener on home ice is exactly the kind of start Ottawa needed heading into a best-of-seven.
What to Watch in Game 2
With the series now tilted in Ottawa's favour, the pressure shifts to Kingston to respond. The Frontenacs will be looking to even things up quickly before the series shifts further toward TD Place's raucous atmosphere.
Game 2 goes Sunday at 3 p.m. at TD Place, giving Ottawa fans another chance to pack the stands and get behind their squad. Playoff hockey at TD Place has a distinct energy — the building gets loud, the game gets physical, and the 67's tend to feed off that crowd support.
A Team With Something to Prove
The 67's have been building toward a deep playoff run this season, and the opening win over Kingston is a statement that they're ready to make some noise in the OHL playoffs. Junior hockey in Ottawa has a passionate and knowledgeable fanbase, and moments like these — tight, well-earned victories in a playoff series opener — are exactly what keeps the TD Place faithful coming back.
For fans who haven't been out to a 67's playoff game, there's truly nothing quite like it. The pace is fast, the hits are real, and Ottawa's pipeline of young talent means you're often watching future NHLers cut their teeth under pressure. Tickets for Game 2 on Sunday are worth grabbing while they last.
Keep the Momentum Going
The 67's now have the opportunity to go up 2-0 on Sunday and put Kingston in a very difficult spot early in the series. Ottawa teams — at any level — always seem to play their best when the city is locked in and watching. With a sold-out or near-capacity TD Place behind them, the 67's have every reason to be confident heading into the afternoon matchup.
Follow along as the series unfolds — this one has the makings of a classic OHL playoff battle.
Source: Ottawa Citizen — Ottawa 67's win hard-fought Game 1 over Kingston Frontenacs
