Sudbury Wolves Gear Up for Showdown Against Sarnia Sting” at the Sudbury Community Arena, starting at 7:05 p.m. If you’re planning to attend,
make sure to grab your tickets and get ready to cheer on your favorite team!
Looking at their recent performance, the Wolves defeated the Soo Greyhounds 3-1 on October 16,
2024. They currently have 5 wins, 3 regulation losses, and no overtime or shootout losses.
Here’s a sneak peek at their upcoming schedule:
– *October 20*: Sudbury Wolves at North Bay Battalion, 2:00 p.m.
– *October 25*: North Bay Battalion at Sudbury Wolves, 7:05 p.m.
– *October 27*: Ottawa 67’s at Sudbury Wolves, 2:05 p.m.
– *November 1*: Sudbury Wolves at Kitchener Rangers, 7:00 p.m.
– *November 2*: Sudbury Wolves at Brantford Bulldogs, 4:00 p.m.
The Sudbury Wolves and Sarnia Sting have a rich history in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), with their rivalry spanning over four decades. Here’s a brief overview:
*Early Years (1972-1990)*
The Sudbury Wolves joined the OHL in 1972, while the Sarnia Sting (formerly known as the Sarnia Legionnaires) joined in 1974. During the 1970s and
1980s, the teams clashed regularly, with Sudbury holding a slight edge in head-to-head matchups.
*Notable Games and Series*
1. *1990 Playoff Upset*: The Sarnia Sting, led by future NHLer Keith Osborne, stunned the Sudbury Wolves in the first round of the playoffs, winning the series 4-2.
2. *2000 Conference Finals*: Sudbury defeated Sarnia 4-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals, advancing to the OHL Championship series.
3. *2010 Playoff Thriller: The Sting took the Wolves to seven games in the first round, ultimately losing 4-3
*Head-to-Head Statistics*
As of the 2022-2023 season:
– Sudbury Wolves: 64 wins, 53 losses, 5 ties
– Sarnia Sting: 53 wins, 64 losses, 5 ties
*Recent Matchups*
1. *2022-2023 Season*: Sudbury won 3 of 4 meetings, outscoring Sarnia 15-10.
2. 2020-2021 Season: The Sting took 2 of 3 meetings, with Sudbury winning the lone matchup 4-2.
*Notable Players*
Sudbury Wolves:
– Dale Hunter (1979-1982)
– Ron Duguay (1975-1977)
– Marc Staal (2003-2007)
Sarnia Sting:
– Steven Stamkos (2005-2008)
– Nail Yakupov (2010-2012)
– Alex Galchenyuk (2009-2012)
*Coaching Rivalry*
Current Sudbury Wolves head coach, Craig Duncanson, faced off against Sarnia Sting coach, Alan Letang, in several matchups during their playing careers.
The Sudbury Wolves and Sarnia Sting continue to battle for supremacy in the OHL, with each matchup adding to their rich and storied history.
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Stay updated on the Wolves’ progress and catch their games live on CHL TV or listen to the audio
broadcast. For more information on tickets, schedules, and team news, visit the Sudbury Wolves’ official website.
