Rangers look to stay perfect on home ice, extend finals series lead over Barrie

(Kitchener Rangers)

By Josh Piercey

Posted May 8, 2026 07:56:37 AM.

Last Updated May 8, 2026 11:34:27 AM.

The OHL Finals continue at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium under the Friday night lights.

Rangers defender Andrew MacNeil was the unexpected hero of Game 1, scoring twice en route to a 5-2 win for Kitchener over the Barrie Colts.

The Blueshirts hold a 1-0 series lead heading into Friday’s action, looking to maintain their perfect home record throughout the playoffs.

If the Colts can manage to pull the series level with a win on Friday, the series will be guaranteed to go to Game 5 back at The Aud on Thursday.

You can hear all the action from The Aud on 570 NewsRadio. Coverage begins with Mike Farwell and Josh Piercey starting at 6:30 p.m.

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