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Is Windsor's Quiet Deadline the Key to OHL Success?

The Windsor Spitfires are sitting pretty atop their division, a surprising turn-around from last year. GM Bill Bowler’s been unusually quiet since August, a stark contrast to the flurry of deals last season. Is this inactivity a sign of confidence, complacency, or something else entirely?

With London loading up on NHL-drafted talent, is it even possible for Windsor to compete in a potential playoff series? Does the sheer quantity of drafted players guarantee success, or can Windsor’s chemistry and current roster prove to be the x-factor?

Bowler mentions the high “price of a hockey player.” What’s more valuable: draft picks, prospects, or proven veterans in a win-now scenario? Could shaking up the roster with a big trade actually hurt Windsor more than it helps, disrupting the team’s current winning streak?

This year’s Spitfires seem to be playing with a different kind of fire. How much weight should be given to maintaining team chemistry versus making a splash at the deadline? Are the players themselves content with the current roster, or are they anticipating potential additions?

What kind of move, if any, would you like to see Bowler make before the deadline? Is staying put the smartest play, or is there a potential acquisition that could put Windsor over the top? Let the debate begin!