Minor Hockey Talks - Hockey Forum

Is this the year the Kitchener Rangers finally break through? They are currently leading the OHL, but with London and Windsor hot on their heels, it’s anyone's game. Considering their early season 12-2 drubbing at the hands of the Spitfires, tonight's matchup at the Aud is a huge test. Can the Rangers continue their recent strong play and prove their early season loss was a fluke, or are the Spitfires poised to reclaim their dominance in this rivalry? What are your predictions for the top of the OHL standings as we head into the winter months?

The Rangers signing of Haeden Ellis is intriguing. Is this a sign of a team looking to bolster its future, or are they addressing a current need? How much of an impact can a 17-year-old, fresh from the USHL, realistically have on an OHL team pushing for a championship? With Ellis already committed to Northeastern University, what kind of commitment are the Rangers getting from him in the short term? Does this kind of signing strategy benefit the OHL and its players, or does it create a more transactional environment?