Ontario Major Junior Hockey League Teams
The Ontario Major Junior Hockey League (OMJHL), now known as the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), was established in 1982. The league is one of the three major junior ice hockey leagues in Canada and is made up of teams from across Ontario, Canada.
Ottawa 67's
The Ottawa 67's are one of the oldest and most successful franchises in the OHL. They were founded in 1967 and have won four Memorial Cup Championships, nine Eastern Conference Championships, and six OHL Championships. The team is based in Ottawa, Ontario and plays its home games at the TD Place Arena.
Barrie Colts
The Barrie Colts were founded in 1995 and are based in Barrie, Ontario. The team has won one OHL Championship and has made the playoffs in each of the past ten seasons. The Colts play their home games at the Barrie Molson Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 4,000 spectators.
Hamilton Bulldogs
The Hamilton Bulldogs were founded in 1996 and are based in Hamilton, Ontario. The team has won two OHL Championships and one Memorial Cup Championship. The Bulldogs play their home games at the FirstOntario Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 17,000 spectators.
London Knights
The London Knights were founded in 1965 and are based in London, Ontario. The team has won four Memorial Cup Championships and was the first team in OHL history to win 50 games in a season. The Knights play their home games at the Budweiser Gardens, which has a seating capacity of over 9,000 spectators.
Kingston Frontenacs
The Kingston Frontenacs were founded in 1973 and are based in Kingston, Ontario. The team has yet to win an OHL Championship, but has made the playoffs in three of the past five seasons. The Frontenacs play their home games at the Leon's Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 5,000 spectators.
Oshawa Generals
The Oshawa Generals were founded in 1937 and are based in Oshawa, Ontario. The team has won five Memorial Cup Championships and 13 OHL Championships. The Generals play their home games at the Tribute Communities Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 7,500 spectators.
Peterborough Petes
The Peterborough Petes were founded in 1956 and are based in Peterborough, Ontario. The team has won nine OHL Championships and two Memorial Cup Championships. The Petes play their home games at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 4,000 spectators.
Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
The Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds were founded in 1962 and are based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The team has won three OHL Championships and one Memorial Cup Championship. The Greyhounds play their home games at the GFL Memorial Gardens, which has a seating capacity of over 4,000 spectators.
Sudbury Wolves
The Sudbury Wolves were founded in 1962 and are based in Sudbury, Ontario. The team has won one Memorial Cup Championship and two OHL Championships. The Wolves play their home games at the Sudbury Community Arena, which has a seating capacity of over 4,000 spectators.
Windsor Spitfires
The Windsor Spitfires were founded in 1946 and are based in Windsor, Ontario. The team has won three Memorial Cup Championships and two OHL Championships. The Spitfires play their home games at the WFCU Centre, which has a seating capacity of over 6,500 spectators.
In conclusion, the OHL is home to some of the best young hockey talent in the world. The league's ten teams provide fans across Ontario with exciting and competitive hockey action throughout the season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual spectator, there's something for everyone in the Ontario Major Junior Hockey League.