The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) is one of three major junior leagues that comprise the Canadian Hockey League (CHL). The OHL is made up of 20 teams from cities across Ontario and the northeastern United States. It is considered to be one of the major breeding grounds for hockey talent and is heavily recruited by the NHL and other professional leagues. Famous alumni include: Eric Lindros, Mike Peca, Jamie Rivers, and the list goes on. At the 1999 NHL Entry Draft, 52 players were selected from the OHL, leading the way.
The OHL, as a member of the CHL, has rigorously developed initiatives concerning player education. Players are encouraged to continue their education beyond the secondary school level and many do so while playing in the league. Although travelling and a heavy playing schedule are a part of OHL life, the league has focussed on being a weekend league with 89.9% of games falling between Thursday and Sunday. |
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