The Ottawa 67’s are set to host the North Bay Battalion at TD Place Arena in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup in this Friday’s Friday Night Faceoff matchup. With both teams vying for critical points as the OHL Playoffs approach, this game is a must-watch!
Ranked ninth in the Eastern Conference, the Ottawa 67’s (19-30-3-5) enter the matchup looking to get back in the win column after playing to a 1-2 record last week.
Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Luca Pinelli continues to lead the 67’s with 30 goals, 24 assists, and 54 points on the season. Rookie forward Filip Ekberg has been finding his stride, recording five points in his last four games, while fellow NHL Draft prospect Jaeden Nelson has been steady in net, going 1-0 last week with a 2.00 goals-against average and a .926 save percentage.
One spot ahead as the eighth-ranked team in the Eastern Conference, the North Bay Battalion continue their push for an OHL playoff spot after earning six of a possible eight points last week, bringing their season record to 23-28-4-0.
Backstopped by OHL Goaltender of the Week Mike McIvor, the sophomore netminder went 3-0 last week, stopping 108 shots as he looks to maintain his momentum. Anaheim Ducks prospect Ethan Procyszyn leads the Battalion in scoring heading into Friday’s matchup, tallying 54 points (29-25-54) in 55 games this season.
The OHL Friday Night Faceoff comes to you live for free on OHL Live, YouTube, X, and Facebook! Tune in at 7:00 p.m. for a key Eastern Conference matchup!
