punch1943
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If he comes back after the Xmass break. Not a regular top 4 guy yet. We’ve had a few stay home after the break already,
Windsor Spitfires 2023-24 Season Thread (Part 2)
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OHLTG
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I don't know what's going to happen with Eichler, but just because others have stayed home at the break doesn't mean he will. He's getting top-four minutes, consistently improving, and seems to be really enjoying it here. If he stays home, I'd be shocked.
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OHLTG
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So how did that post happen
I must be new at this!
Hf is weird sometimes; you hit the quote button, nothing shows up. You hit it again, it shows up once, you type, click "reply", and both quotes appear.
I agree,very unlikely Eichler isn't here after Christmas, as u mentioned playing top 4D role,getting better all around.
Speaking of top 4 role playing on the PK,when he isn't in the box lol,and regards to the PK,Windsor the only team in the league that hasn't allowed a PPG in the last 5 games,18-18,100% kill rate.
Before the coaching change Windsor was 20th on the PK,and 19 on the PP,8 games later now 16th on the PK and 13th on the PP.
Last 8 games PP is 26.1 % and PK an outstanding 95.6,killing 22/23.
Hoping continued improvement continues these last 2 games prior to the Xmas break..
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ohloutsider
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London in town tonight. Definitely some tempered excitement for this one. Keep the game competitive and I will be happy. A win would be nice. Maybe the only chance of that this year will be tonight. Anyway safe game for all before the Christmas break.
WolvesFanInNorthBay
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Hello fellow junior hockey fans in Windsor! I come to you in peace from North Bay, however I am a Wolves fan (if you didn't figure it out from my username)
I will be in your beautiful city on January 13th when the Wolves visit the Spitfires. I have the following questions.
1) Should I purchase the tickets in advance, or can I walk up on Saturday?
2) Best restaurant for my wife and I to go to before the game?
3) Where would you recommend we sit?
4) What else should I know before heading down?
I appreciate any response to either question and can't wait to be in your barn!
I will be in your beautiful city on January 13th when the Wolves visit the Spitfires. I have the following questions.
1) Should I purchase the tickets in advance, or can I walk up on Saturday?
2) Best restaurant for my wife and I to go to before the game?
3) Where would you recommend we sit?
4) What else should I know before heading down?
I appreciate any response to either question and can't wait to be in your barn!
Average Joes bar on Lauzon Rd has great burgers and offers a shuttle to and from the games if you wish, arena is only two minute drive from there if you’d rather drive. Parking is free. Our seats are behind penalty box, section 104, centre ice (my preference) you’ll be able to walk up and purchase, no sellouts and 6500 seat arena.
P.S. always look forward to seeing Sudbury in town. My favourite jersey ever.
Nice arena hopefully you enjoy your experience
Bonk and Cowan made team
. Barkey got cut, not sure he'll be back by tonight and Halttunen made Finland so 3 good players we won't see tonight maybe 4 of were lucky. Although it is more fun to be a full squad of Knights.
OHLTG
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First off, welcome to Windsor (when you arrive)!
To answer your questions...
1. While Windsor rarely sells out (haven't this season), might not be a bad idea to get tickets in advance in case you want to sit somewhere specific. I'm the "buy ahead of time, save anxiety" type so that's how I'd do it. The arena sits around 6,350ish and there isn't really a bad seat in the house (no beams or anything). Saturday nights are a bit better attended but still under 6k.
2. It depends on your food preference. Average Joes is within a decent walking distance (probably 10 minutes) and there are a handful of restaurants within a five minute drive including East Side Marios, Smoke n Spice Southern BBQ, John Max Sports and Wings, Chuck's Roadhouse, Red Lobster, McD's, Wendy's, Tim Horton's, Thai Palace, etc.
3. That depends on where you want to see the game. There's no bad seat in the house. I've sat up higher (Row I) and had a great view. I currently sit front row and like being able to see the emotion play out. I've never sat directly behind the benches, so I can't comment on those views, but I will say that sitting front row on the sides does limit your view of the opposite end. I found that out the hard way in previous seasons.
4. There is plenty of free parking at the arena. The property is divided up into five sections (so to speak). The N/NW part of the property is all general parking. They added a new lot last season (I believe), which helps tremendously. The NE corner and the E side are all VIP parking and community rinks parking so they're inaccessible to regular tickets or non-community rink folks. The SE part used to be open to regular ticket holders but I can't say this season. The S part is generally closed, from what I recall. I would park in the N or NW lots; there's plenty to choose from and it's a 5-7 min walk to the doors, depending on the weather.
I believe there is one ATM in the building, on the East end of the concourse. However, concessions have gone to Cash/Credit/Debit last season and this season, which is a huge help.
Food prices are about normal for an OHL rink... $10ish for a beer, $6.50ish for nachos, $7+ for pizza slice, though I don't necessarily recommend that. It's gone down in quality and up in price since last season. The selection is pretty standard - hot dogs, chicken strips, pizza, nachos, candy, popcorn, chips, pretzels, etc etc etc.
No smoking anywhere on arena property, as far as I know. (I recently found out that not everyone knows that)
If you want souvenirs, the two stores are on the E end and SE corner (near community rink entrance). Neither shop is big but they stock them pretty well.
While there's not a ton around the arena itself (new housing to the west, older housing to the north, greenspace/creek to the east, businesses to the south), it's just north of the Lauzon Rd/Tecumseh Rd corridor. Saturday traffic could be a bit heavier.
If you're in town early, the Detroit River/Lake St. Clair are a five minute drive north for scenic things. They're both easy to get to from the arena.
If it's colder outside, go to the box office entrance on the NE corner (Gate 2 or 3?). They tend to let you into the box office area before the arena doors open. The other gates don't have that luxury so you wait outside.
.......... That's all I've got off the top of my head. Hopefully some of it is useful. Windsor's generally a solid bunch of fans who appreciate visiting fans arriving. I've had visiting fans cheering like crazy behind me and nobody said a word to them. It's a solid atmosphere and experience.
Barkey not dressed along with the 3 you mentioned plus the 1 player suspended for 10 games Boulton, plus OA dman Ethan McKinnon.Bonk and Cowan made team
Buy tickets at the arena. Avoid the outrageous service fees they issue online.
WolvesFanInNorthBay
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Sometimes at the Wolves games, if I get there early enough people who have extras usually hand them out to people waiting in line. Is that something that happens in Windsor?
OHLTG
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I wouldn't rely on that. BTW, I just looked online and service fees are about $3 per ticket.
WolvesFanInNorthBay
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Definitely cheaper than what it is here in NB. I'll probably head to the arena a little early, grab some tickets and check out the arena. Sudbury's barn is older than Jesus so it'll be nice to be in a newer arena.
Box office opens 11 am on event days. Closes 1/2 hr after event starts.
WolvesFanInNorthBay
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Thanks for the information everyone! Very informative and has relieved some of my stress and answered many of my questions.
I'll be in Sarnia the night before and sleeping near Detroit. Visiting Detroit during the day and crossing over around 4 to grab some food and get to the rink in time. I'll most likely be wearing my white and green Wolves jersey with Campagna #37 on the back!
I'll be in Sarnia the night before and sleeping near Detroit. Visiting Detroit during the day and crossing over around 4 to grab some food and get to the rink in time. I'll most likely be wearing my white and green Wolves jersey with Campagna #37 on the back!
OHLTG
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Looks like no Greenwell, Struthers, Stewart, Castle, or Winegard tonight. Starters not announced yet.
nelli27
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I like the Capri ad behind the net. Whatever you do, don't think of me when you see it.
Who gets the start between the pipes?
Who gets the start between the pipes?
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