The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has unveiled its full regular-season schedule for 2026-27, featuring 684 games across all 20 teams with each team playing 68 games. The season kicks off on September 17, 2026, and concludes on March 21, 2027, before the playoffs commence. Highlighting the schedule are eight interleague games against the Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) and the second annual Rivalry Week from October 21-25. Notably, the Erie Otters and Saginaw Spirit will celebrate significant anniversaries during this season. The season will culminate with the Memorial Cup in Guelph, starting May 20, 2027.

By the Numbers
  • 684 total games scheduled for the OHL regular season.
  • The 2026-27 season includes nine school-day games for students.
State of Play
  • Opening night features the Peterborough Petes vs. Kingston Frontenacs.
  • Ten major rivalries will clash during Rivalry Week across five days.
What's Next

The OHL season is set to build anticipation for the 2027 Memorial Cup in Guelph, with teams gearing up to establish rivalries and position themselves for playoff contention.

Bottom Line

As the OHL prepares for its most exciting season yet, fans can look forward to a robust schedule, enhanced interleague play, and special events that celebrate the league's history and community engagement.