Oakville Blades goalie James Prigione has won the OJHL’s Best Goaltender honours for the 2011-12 season.

Prigione, a veteran finishing his final season of junior eligibility, posted a 2.04 goals against average in 28 games. Combined with a sensational .932 save percentage – also tops in the league – and a league-leading six shutouts, James was the clear winner of the league honours for top goalie.

The Blades wrapped up the regular season on the weekend, beating Brampton at home on Friday night before losing 2-1 in Burlington. The Blades’ had already secured a second-place finish in the West division, earning the team a first-round playoff bye.

The team is expected to return to action on or about Feb 21, hosting the first game of a best-of-seven division semi final.

The Elmira Sugar Kings have been very happy with the play of first year defenseman Mac Clutsam over the span of his season. He has managed to turn away the top players in the Midwestern Conference on a nightly basis while managing to perfect his craft on the blue line. The Flamborough native stands 5’8 and weighs just 160lbs but makes up for his size with his excellent hockey sense and smarts. This young man will no doubt be a key member of the Sugar Kings for years to come.

The Hockey Group Client Ty Bilcke of the Windsor Spitfires cracked the NHL Central Scouting mid term draft rankings for 2012 NHL Entry Draft held in Pittsburgh this summer. Bilcke ranked 169th for North American skaters was un-ranked for the first half of the season. His Physical play and toughness has earned him the rank thus far to date.

As the trade deadline has come and gone Bilcke looks to open up the ice for his young Spitfire teammates as he also looks to improve his game with the increase in playing time.