The Ontario Hockey League is expanding its digital reach with a new free broadcast package starting this weekend. Fans can access 22 OHL matchups via a new Saturday Game of the Week series on FloHockey and YouTube, which will run through March 20, 2027.
New OHL broadcast package details
The new streaming initiative provides live coverage worldwide without requiring a subscription. When combined with the existing Friday Night Faceoff series, the league will offer 48 scheduled free broadcasts this season. The series begins this Saturday with a matchup between the Kingston Frontenacs and the Brampton Steelheads in Cornwall.
Action at the Seaway Shootout
Action moves to the Cornwall Civic Complex for the OHL Seaway Shootout. The weekend's festivities include several key matchups:
- The Brampton Steelheads face the Ottawa 67’s during the Friday Night Faceoff.
- The Kingston Frontenacs take on the Brampton Steelheads on Saturday.
- All games are part of the tournament held at the Ed Lumley Arena.
Ottawa enters the weekend on a five-game point streak, supported by goaltender Jaeden Nelson, who recently earned back-to-back weekly honours.
National and professional updates
Beyond the weekly schedule, the league continues to influence professional and international play. Eighteen OHL players were selected for Canada’s U17 rosters for the upcoming World Challenge in Oakville, Ontario. This represents the largest contingent among the 44 players chosen for the tournament.
In the NHL, the league's impact on officiating remains significant. Currently, 27 former OHL officials are working under NHL contracts, representing more than 30 per cent of the professional league's full-time officiating staff.
FAQ
How many free games can fans watch this season?
Fans can watch 48 scheduled free broadcasts, consisting of the Friday Night Faceoff and the new Saturday Game of the Week series.
Which teams are participating in the Seaway Shootout?
The tournament features teams including the Brampton Steelheads, Ottawa 67’s, and Kingston Frontenacs.
