Category: Hockey

Owen Allard Unlikely Story to the World Juniors

Owen Allard Unlikely Story to the World Juniors

The World Juniors is a yearly event where Canadians get to see the future of the nation go against the best nations in hockey. Usually, those who are selected to be part of the final roster are filled with players who were recently drafted or players who would go high in the draft. The expected … Continue reading Owen Allard Unlikely Story to the World Juniors

OHL Players At The 2024 World Juniors: Quarterfinal Edition

OHL Players At The 2024 World Juniors: Quarterfinal Edition

From controversial calls to lower seed upsets, the world junior quarterfinals offered a spectacle as is usual. Tuesday’s action saw plenty of import draft picks who are playing in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) thrive for their respective teams. Let’s begin with the early morning game in the Eastern time zone, that being Finland's 4-3 … Continue reading OHL Players At The 2024 World Juniors: Quarterfinal Edition

NHL Draft Profile: Luke Misa – Missisauga Steelheads

NHL Draft Profile: Luke Misa – Missisauga Steelheads

Another NHL draft is approaching after this season ends and there is a lot of young talent spread across Canada’s three leagues hoping to get their name picked. For the Mississauga Steelheads, Luke Misa has been a big name who is looking to get his name in for the upcoming draft. Credit: Charles Warburton On … Continue reading NHL Draft Profile: Luke Misa – Missisauga Steelheads

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Erie Otters

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Erie Otters

The next era for the Erie Otters begins this season, as fresh faces will be playing in their lineup. Matthew Schaefer was selected first overall, after an impressive performance at the OHL Cup propelled him to the top of the draft. Malcolm Spence dazzled at the Hlinka Gretzky tournament for Canada, which saw him score … Continue reading 2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Erie Otters

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Brantford Bulldogs

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Brantford Bulldogs

Last season, the Hamilton Bulldogs finished with a record of 35-28-4-1 in the regular season, ranking them second in the Midwest Division. The franchise has temporarily relocated to Brantford as the First Ontario Centre undergoes renovations. They integrated some youthful pieces into the lineup, and challenged the Barrie Colts in the opening round of the … Continue reading 2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Brantford Bulldogs

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Barrie Colts

2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Barrie Colts

Last season, the Barrie Colts finished with a record of 42-17-6-3 in the regular season, ranking them in second place in the Central Division. The team re-added Brandt Clarke at the halfway mark, and did not make any big splashes at the trade deadline. Ultimately, they lost in game 7 to the North Bay Battalion … Continue reading 2023-24 OHL Season Preview: Barrie Colts

The Best Canadian Hockey Teams Since 1993

The Best Canadian Hockey Teams Since 1993

It’s now officially been thirty years since the biggest prize in Canadian sports, the Stanley Cup has been won by a Canadian team. Plenty of Canadians have hoisted the famous trophy in that time, but the nation is anxiously waiting to see the Stanley Cup where they think it rightfully belongs. Along the way, teams … Continue reading The Best Canadian Hockey Teams Since 1993

Film Breakdown: How Brandt Clarke Is Producing At A Historic Rate

Film Breakdown: How Brandt Clarke Is Producing At A Historic Rate

Since returning to the Barrie Colts, there should be more heads turned to watch a historic performance from Brandt Clarke. Looking at all-time production from Ontario Hockey League (OHL) defensemen, the Ottawa native ranks in the following categories. Points Per Game: 1.968 (2nd) Goals Per Game 0.742 (4th) Assists Per Game: 1.226 (9th) The names … Continue reading Film Breakdown: How Brandt Clarke Is Producing At A Historic Rate

Three Takeaways From North Bay’s Series Victory Over Mississauga

Three Takeaways From North Bay’s Series Victory Over Mississauga

The Mississauga Steelheads season ended on Sunday afternoon, losing by a score of 5-4 against the North Bay Battalion in game 6. The team clawed back from a 5-1 deficit to make for an intense finish, but the veteran experience prevailed when it mattered. Dom DiVincentiis stood tall at key moments in this game, robbing … Continue reading Three Takeaways From North Bay’s Series Victory Over Mississauga

Three Takeaways from Mississauga’s 4-1 Win over North Bay

Three Takeaways from Mississauga’s 4-1 Win over North Bay

On Wednesday night, the Mississauga Steelheads came into the Paramount Fine Foods Centre with one purpose, to even up their best-of-seven series against the North Bay Battalion. After losing 5-2 on Tuesday night, there was a lot to be desired from the blue and white. However, this young group came ready to play in the … Continue reading Three Takeaways from Mississauga’s 4-1 Win over North Bay