OHL Playoffs: Western Conference 1st Round Predictions Dave Jewell | March 20, 2017 The 2016-17 OHL season wrapped up this past weekend and teams are gearing up for the playoffs. Quarter-final series start this coming weekend with eight teams in action and some…
Windsor & Sault Ste Marie Battle for Division Crown Dave Jewell | March 2, 2017 As the OHL calendar turns to March, the Windsor Spitfires and Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds are ready to butt heads in a fierce battle for West division supremacy. It starts…
Spitfires Remember Captain Mickey Renaud Dave Jewell | February 21, 2017 While every game is important on the OHL calendar, Feb. 18 is of particular importance for the Windsor Spitfires. It is the day they pay tribute to a player, a…
Top 3 All-Time Spitfires’ Goalies Dave Jewell | February 20, 2017 The OHL has a long history of outstanding goaltenders. They have been leaders, walls in the crease and puzzling to the league. Selecting a Top 10 list of goaltenders would…
Michael DiPietro King of Windsor’s Crease Dave Jewell | February 4, 2017 When the Windsor Spitfires drafted goaltender Michael DiPietro in 2015, they were looking for stability in net. Not only did they get that but now they have a goaltender who…
Windsor Spitfires Hit with Injury Bug Dave Jewell | January 31, 2017 This season was supposed to be a classic run to the 2017 Memorial Cup for the Windsor Spitfires. Instead, they’ve piled up wins and injuries to create an intriguing story…
Saying Goodbye to an OHL Original: Windsor Arena Dave Jewell | January 22, 2017 In 1924, the City of Windsor said hello to the spectacle that became known as The Barn. Soon, Windsor will say one final goodbye to the Windsor Arena. The City…
OHL Trade Deadline: Three Star Selection Dave Jewell | January 15, 2017 The OHL trade deadline officially hit at noon on Tuesday and three teams hit their target. Both the Eastern and Western Conferences have tremendous battles taking place to determine who…
Windsor Wins Bracco Sweepstakes Dave Jewell | January 10, 2017 The Windsor Spitfires made a big splash on Monday afternoon, acquiring offensive star Jeremy Bracco from the Kitchener Rangers. Bracco, a Toronto Maple Leafs prospect, heads to Windsor along with…
Who Should Lead Spitfires to Memorial Cup? Dave Jewell | December 31, 2016 Being named captain of a sports team is an honour for any player. It shows a level of talent, leadership and personal qualities that many people strive for. On Wednesday…
Windsor Trades Captain Sanvido Dave Jewell | December 31, 2016 Trading players is never easy. When it’s a heart-and-soul team leader, it’s that much tougher. The Ontario Hockey League Trade Freeze lifted on Wednesday morning and the Windsor Spitfires pulled…
Windsor Ready for Home Cooking Dave Jewell | December 28, 2016 The swimming pool is gone and the ice is back at the WFCU Centre. This can only mean one thing – Spitfires’ hockey is returning. On Nov. 20, the Windsor…