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Is the OHL Midwest Division a two-horse race between London and Kitchener? London continues to dominate, but Kitchener isn’t far behind. Could we see a surprising contender emerge from the pack in the second half of the season?

Several teams are flirting with .500 records. Which teams are poised for a second-half surge, and which are destined to fall further behind? Are there any major trades on the horizon that could shake up the standings?

High-scoring games seem to be a trend lately. Are we witnessing an offensive explosion in the OHL this year, or is it just a temporary phenomenon? What factors might be contributing to these high scores?

Nathan Villeneuve's hat trick for Sudbury raises an interesting question. Which other relatively unknown players are flying under the radar and could break out as major offensive threats in the second half?

The OHL's denial of USHL expansion raises some eyebrows. What are the long-term implications for the OHL? Is this a missed opportunity for growth and competition, or a wise decision to protect the league’s integrity? What's your take?