Fast Five: Kingston at Guelph
The Kingston Frontenacs are in the midst of a busy schedule, embarking on a challenging two-game road trip this weekend. The action begins tonight at 7:00 pm, as they face off against the Guelph Storm at the Sleeman Centre.
Guelph Storm is coming into tonight’s game with an impressive 5-2-0-0 record and a two-game winning streak. Kingston, on the other hand, is currently facing a three-game losing streak and will be looking to turn their fortune around against this formidable defensive team. The Storm boasts the best defensive record in the OHL, having allowed the fewest goals this season, making them a significant early-season test for the Kingston Frontenacs.
Over the past five seasons, the Storm holds a 4-2-0-0 record against the Frontenacs, underscoring their recent success in this matchup. Kingston’s most recent victory against Guelph dates back to October 15th, 2022, at Leon’s Centre when they secured a convincing 6-1 win. Notably, current Frontenacs players Paul Ludwinski, Matthew Soto, Adam Cavallin, and Owen Outwater all found the back of the net in that memorable contest.
Overcoming Adversity
In junior hockey, there is no time to sit around and lick your wounds as the Frontenacs are in the middle of a three-in-three weekend and a three-game losing streak. Every season comes with its ups and downs and it will be up to the team to come together and find a way to get back on track and do the things on the ice that led to success.
Regain That Scoring Touch
The Frontenacs scored 25 goals through their first 6 games, but the offence has gone cold since, only scoring 1 goal in the last three games. The Black and Gold will need to regain their previous scoring touch and find a balanced attack to capture 2 points against the Storm.
Only Visit to Guelph
Tonight’s game is the only visit the Kingston Frontenacs will have at the Sleeman Centre during the 2023-24 regular season. The last time the Kingston Frontenacs secured a victory on the road in Guelph was on October 25th, 2015. In that game, the Storm jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the first, but thanks to three straight goals by Conor McGlynn, Chad Duchesne, and Ryan Verbeek the Fronts capped off a 3-2 comeback win.
Storm in K-Town
The Guelph Storm will make their sole trip to Kingston on November 4th, 2023. This is a special game night as it is Special Olympics Night. The Kingston Frontenacs, LETR and Special Olympics Ontario are teaming up to raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics athletes. The event will be a joint effort between the Kingston Frontenacs, Law Enforcement Torch Run, Special Olympics Ontario and Special Olympics Kingston.
Behind Enemy Lines: Guelph Storm
The Guelph Storm are off to a great start this season thanks to the focus on team defence. Through their first 7 games to start this season, the Storm have held their opponents to 2 goals or less in 5 of their 7 matchups. Guelph’s only two defeats this season came in games in which they surrendered more than 2 goals. Forward, Braeden Bowman leads the offence with 8 points (3G,5A) and he is followed closely by defenceman Michael Buchinger’s 7 points (3G,4A). Storm’s goalie Brayden Gillespie leads the OHL with a 1.86 goals against average and a 0.936 save percentage.
Next Five Games:
Oct 21st, 2023 | Kingston at Guelph | 7:00 pm | Sleeman Centre
Oct 22nd, 2023 | Kingston at Owen Sound | 2:00 pm | Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre
Oct 27th, 2023 | Kingston vs. Oshawa | 7:00 pm | Leon’s Centre | Hockey Fights Cancer Night
Oct 28th, 2023 | Kingston at Mississauga | 4:00 pm | Paramount Fine Foods Centre
Nov 3rd, 2023 | Kingston vs. Barrie | 7:00 pm | Leon’s Centre | Jim Gilchrist’s 3,000 Game
Next Home Game:
Friday, October 27th, 2023
Kingston Frontenacs vs. Oshawa Generals
Leon’s Centre | 7:00pm Puck Drop
Hockey Fights Cancer Night
A staple of every season, the Kingston Frontenacs will partner with the Canadian Cancer Society to raise money and awareness for cancer research. The night will focus on cancer survivors, fans battling the disease and families that have been affected by cancer. The Frontenacs will also be wearing special Hockey Fights Cancer jerseys for the game that will be auctioned off with all proceeds going back to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Buy Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/kingston-frontenacs-vs-oshawa-generals-kingston-ontario-10-27-2023/event/10005EF9DF7F25D1
All-New Hockey Fights Cancer: Family 4 Pack
On October 27th, the Kingston Frontenacs will be hosting their annual Hockey Fights Cancer Night in support of the Canadian Cancer Society when they face off against the Oshawa Generals at Leon’s Centre starting at 7:00pm.
Take advantage of the Kingston Frontenacs all-new Hockey Fights Cancer Family 4 Pack. For only $68.00 plus HST your family will receive 4 Silver tickets to the game plus a voucher for a free nacho platter at the Merchant Tap House. Fans can purchase this limited time package at the Fronts Shop. Please visit Kingston Frontenacs dot com now for more details on the package.
