Sportsnet CHL Saturday Showcase: Barrie at Ottawa

Sportsnet’s CHL Saturday Showcase comes to the nation’s capital this weekend as the host Ottawa 67’s take on the Barrie Colts at 3:30pm ET.

The 13-12-1-1 67’s look to reverse their recent fortunes before a national audience as they enter play on a four game slide on the heels of five straight away from home. They now embark on a stretch of four of their next five contests on home ice as Andre Tourigny’s club looks to right the ship and keep pace in a highly competitive East Division.

San Jose Sharks prospect Sasha Chmelevski (14-12–26) leads the Barber Poles in scoring while captain and Colorado Avalanche prospect Travis Barron (6-17–23) trails close behind with 23 points.

The Central Division-leading Barrie Colts suit up in their second CHL Saturday Showcase matchup of the season, entering play with a 15-7-2-1 record.

Top 2018 NHL Draft prospect Andrei Svechnikov could return next weekend, but in his absence the Colts have relied on contributions from Lucas Chiodo (10-17–27), Jason Willms (13-13–26), Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Alexey Lipanov (9-13–22) and 19-year-old veteran Zach Magwood (13-6–19).

2017 OHL Priority Selection first overall pick Ryan Suzuki (3-13–16) enters play with points in four of his past five games.

Don’t miss this competitive Eastern Conference matchup on Sportsnet!

100th MASTERCARD MEMORIAL CUP TOUR CONTINUES IN OTTAWA:

The Memorial Cup makes its third stop on a tour across Canada, paying a visit to Brian Kilrea Arena on Friday night before Saturday’s contest.

The trophy will visit the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 595 Strathcona on Monday December 4th from 5:00-7:00pm ET.

For full details and a look at past stops on the 100th Mastercard Memorial Cup Trophy Tour, visit mastercardmemorialcup.ca.