Category: CHL
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
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
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
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
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
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
On Monday, the 2023 OHL Cup Championship Final will occur at the Mattamy Athletic Centre in Toronto, Ontario. The Toronto Jr. Canadiens will suit up against the Vaughan Kings, where scouts from all over the country will attend to evaluate this crop of U16 players. Last week, the Erie Otters won the draft lottery and … Continue reading 2023 OHL Priority Selection: 7 Biggest Risers After The OHL Cup
Pavel Mintyukov's combination of deceptive skating and four-way mobility signals a new age for defencemen by how he chooses to activate in offensive situations. So far this season, he has 16 goals and 57 points in 43 games between the Saginaw Spirit and the Ottawa 67's. He was the tenth overall selection by the Anaheim … Continue reading Pavel Mintyukov Is Redefining Defence In The Modern Era Of The OHL
In this edition of the CHL Game of the Week, the Mississauga Steelheads travelled north of the 401 to Sadlon Arena for a Saturday night matchup against the Barrie Colts. It started as an explosive first period offensively from the Steelheads, where they scored four goals. However, Barrie found their rhythm as the game progressed, … Continue reading Three Takeaways From Barrie’s 6-5 Win Over Mississauga
OHL In A Week is a weekly column by Jordan Jacklin focusing on events surrounding the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). If you’re ever feeling lost when it comes to following the league, you have come to the right place. This week's edition includes spotlighting OHL players that made their NHL team's rosters after successful training … Continue reading OHL In A Week: Clarke, Wright Crack NHL Rosters
