Sinclair was only gm for a year or two before the new owners came in, I think he was an assistant gm for a year or two before that so he built the team this year and also the team two years ago.. also he is able to use late round picks on American picks because of the American owners and their connections with Michigan hockey especially with honey baked AAA...the owners seem to understand to use early pics on top end ontario players and later pics on top end American players just like what the knights do. Hopefully they have more success then in the past at brining some of the American kids over which I think they will, as the arena and the organization is getting a better reputation each year since they have taken over.
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Success breeds success. If this team can continue getting results, TV time, broad recognition, etc., and hopefully long playoff runs, prospects might look at us as a rosier place to land to showcase themselves. Hope so...
Now that Sting have made the post-season, has anyone else been wondering about the cost of watching the game (s) . A short search based on STH packages shows Sarnia is about average and the Soo a relatively good deal , however I wonder about the overall pricing of a 15.50$ ticket increasing to 22$ (season ticket) affecting the attendance . This is not pro hockey.
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That’s just the way it is around the entire league. This round will be 22 here; if we get to the second round, it will be more than that. Ditto 3rd...
In theory, you should be witnessing better & better matchups as you progress, and better atmosphere and better hockey.
Beer prices should hold steady
In theory, you should be witnessing better & better matchups as you progress, and better atmosphere and better hockey.
Beer prices should hold steady
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As I posted Sunday, I can’t see it being anyone other than Windsor. DiPietro could steal a couple.
I’d far prefer either of the other 2, particularly Saginaw, since I’d roll up the road for those games
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Windsor would worry me the most only because of DiPietro, I could see him stealing 2 games for sure.
I agree, it wouldn't matter to me who we got between SAG and GUE but I think I much rather play SAG as well. I think it would be a bit more exciting and a quick rip up to SAG is do-able on any given night.
I agree, it wouldn't matter to me who we got between SAG and GUE but I think I much rather play SAG as well. I think it would be a bit more exciting and a quick rip up to SAG is do-able on any given night.
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I prefer to see Saginaw in the 1st round. It's a short trip and the Spirit playoff ticket prices are not increased for the playoffs. They will still be $15/17/19 US. If they play Saginaw, Game 3 will be Mon. 3/26 and Game 4 will be Wed. 3/28. 7:05pm start for both games
Saginaw Spirit announce Round One OHL Playoff dates for Home Games 1 and 2 at The Dow Event Center - Saginaw Spirit
Saginaw Spirit announce Round One OHL Playoff dates for Home Games 1 and 2 at The Dow Event Center - Saginaw Spirit
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If that's the case then it sounds like Sarnia has plans to host games 1 and 2 on Friday the 23rd and Saturday the 24th. Perfect.
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Might get “stuck” with Thursday/Saturday. I read somewhere that playoffs officially begin Thursday for some teams. I’d love Fri/Sat.
Goalie prospect Ethan Langevin has just completed his Junior A season. Can you see him getting another start in one of the final 3 games?
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I think we see Fazio tonight if I had to guess thus leaving London and Owen Sound on Friday and Saturday. I was thinking Hughes would get the remaining two games but with Langevin being done you will more the liely see him at least dress so Fazio wont have to. I'd love to see Langevin get the game in a big barn in London.
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Hoping to see a playoff type effort tonight from the boys against Kitchener. These two teams do not like each other and with only just over 200 tickets left I would hope these boys come out firing and prove that the last few loses to KIT aren't something to be concerned about.
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Personally, getting Langevin in would have no priority with me. Rather see Hughes get a game or 2 just in case something (God forbid) happens to Fazio. Langevin has no relevance to this team’s playoff future, which frankly is all that matters right now.
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Solid point. I'd like to see him up with the team as a back up for Hughes at least. Get him a little more exposure with the big club.
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Great game tonight. Couldn’t have been anymore even then that. Not sure why Ang was out? He has been our best player as of late.
The amount of chirping and taunting that went on in this game was incredible. Lots of gestures towards the other benches after goals and a ton of talking between the two benches all game. These two teams legit hate each other. If these two teams meet in round 2 it’s going to be one of the best playoff series in a long time. I think Smith is public enemy #1 now in Sarnia, too bad that his little antics got the best of him and the black and yellow got the last laugh tonight. I’m sure that stings.
That OT was pretty lame by the way. Can’t wait for continuous OT for playoffs if any games go that far.
The amount of chirping and taunting that went on in this game was incredible. Lots of gestures towards the other benches after goals and a ton of talking between the two benches all game. These two teams legit hate each other. If these two teams meet in round 2 it’s going to be one of the best playoff series in a long time. I think Smith is public enemy #1 now in Sarnia, too bad that his little antics got the best of him and the black and yellow got the last laugh tonight. I’m sure that stings.
That OT was pretty lame by the way. Can’t wait for continuous OT for playoffs if any games go that far.
I've been a sting fan since I was a little guy back in 01/02. I liked the bee logo. I've lived in kitchener most of my life tho. And I'm so happy to see the organization finally make that turn. I'm hoping for a 2nd round matchup between the 2 so I don't have to travel in the 2nd round to watch my team. I like the fact the 2 teams don't like eachother it makes for great chirping with the boys at work.
Lol Kitchener got incredibly lucky on the Stanley goal ,.... just coming out of the box.....lucky. Crowd was great, finally. 3 on 3 overtime is the worst hockey I've ever seen. Theres more skating out of the zone for a change and waiting behind the net than there is action. The refs being more aggressive in calling penalties to keep the game under control is an advantage to Sarnia. If Sarnia can keep its cool and plays hockey they will be fine. That honestly was one of the best hockey games I have seen in a while. You could feel the hate and intensity in the stands. Safe to say that series will be epic.
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Games 1 and 2 are Friday 3/23 and Saturday 3/24. Both games are 7pm
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Games 3 & 4 Monday/Wednesday if VS Saginaw; Tuesday/Thursday if vs Windsor. Don’t care about Guelph dates; I won’t be driving there...
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Yeah, saw that. Hope Fazio gets London tonight; I just like to see us put our best foot forward when playing those guys.
Owen Sound has been hotter than a pistol lately, so would be a great test for Hughes & the rest of the team.
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