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EPISODE · Sep 16, 2025 · 57 MIN

The OHL: Bigger budgets, better arenas, be ready. Or another market will be.

from The OHL Podcast · host Mike Farwell

If you like the small-town feel of junior hockey and the "charm" of some of those older, character-filled arenas, it's time to brace for a new reality. The OHL is asking current markets to step up, or other markets will be happy to take on a franchise. Also this week, the GOJHL becomes the OHL's first official development league and the ongoing recruitment war between the CHL and the NCAA gets a little petty. Plus, as the OHL regular season looms, the guys have a preview of the Western Conference, complete with predictions. You'll laugh! You'll cry! You'll be chirping these guys until Christmas... The OHL Podcast is supported by Draft Kings Sportsbook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The historic charm of major junior hockey in Canada is beginning to fade as the OHL demands more from its markets. And we've got some bold predictions for the Western Conference.

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