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Kitchener Rangers fans, are you ready for a playoff showdown? They’ve clinched a spot against the Flint Firebirds, a team they dominated in the regular season. But can they keep that momentum going in a best-of-seven series? Flint has some serious NHL-drafted talent and a seasoned goalie. Is this a classic case of regular season dominance meaning nothing come playoffs? What are the key factors that will determine who wins this series? Are special teams going to be the deciding factor or will it come down to a goaltending duel?

This is a fascinating matchup, with Kitchener entering the playoffs hot, while Flint seems to have stumbled into the post-season. Is Flint's late-season slump a sign of things to come, or are they saving their best for the playoffs? Kitchener rested many regulars in their last game, a loss to Guelph. Was this a wise move to stay fresh for the playoffs or does it risk disrupting their rhythm?

Captain Matthew Andonovski might be playing his final games in the OHL. Will this added motivation galvanize the Rangers or add unwanted pressure? Let the debate begin! Share your predictions, insights, and what you think will be the biggest storylines of this series!