Spits fizzle after strong start in Game 3 loss to Firebirds
The Windsor Spitfires now trail the Western Conference finals by a game, following a 6-3 loss to the Flint Firebirds on Wednesday night in Game 3.
Things started out well for the Spitfires, with Daniel D'Amico opening the scoring just before the seven minute mark of the 1st period, and they'd take a 3-0 lead with five minutes to play.
Then the Firebirds got on the board late with a shorthanded goal, so Windsor took a 3-1 lead to the 1st intermission.
It was all Flint in the 2nd period, as they outshot the Spitfires 22-9 and scored three straight goals, to take a 4-3 lead after two periods of play.
Windsor came out with a purpose in the 3rd, outshooting the Firebirds 16-8, but couldn't solve goaltender Luke Cavallin before the Firebirds added a pair of late empty netters for the 6-3 final.
Overall shots in the game were 45-40 for Flint, who went 1-for-3 on the powerplay while the Spitfires went 0-for-4.
Last night was just the second time all playoffs that Windsor forward Wyatt Johnston failed to register a point.
Game 4 goes Friday night in Flint, with puck drop set for 7 p.m.
-
City looking for feedback on new dog parks
Council approved the expansion motion to start the process of parks in Elizabeth Kishkon Park and Oakwood Park. -
Town of Essex Deputy Mayor not seeking re-election
Steve Bjorkman, the current Deputy Mayor, has decided to not run again. He was first elected 8 years ago, and has worked in both Ward 1 and Ward 3. -
Essex provides highest standard of recreational programming for children
According to a release from the town, Essex provides the highest standard of recreational programming to support healthy child development, despite challenges put forward due to the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Person found deceased inside home after house fire, police investigating
Police say around 3:50 a.m. Saturday, Chatham-Kent police and fire crews attended Edgar Street in Chatham for the blaze. -
AM800 Weather for Sunday, June 26
Mainly cloudy today with a 60 per cent chance of showers. A risk of thunderstorms this afternoon with a high of 31C -
Biden signs landmark gun measure, says 'lives will be saved'
The legislation will toughen background checks for the youngest gun buyers, keep firearms from more domestic violence offenders and help states put in place laws that make it easier for authorities to take weapons from people adjudged to be dangerous. -
AM800 Weather for Saturday, June 25
Sunny today with a high of 32C. -
WIFF calling for local film submissions
An independent jury of film professionals will be selecting the local films based on quality, originality and the ability to contribute significantly to the success of the Windsor International Film Festival this year. -
Lightning stay alive in bid for three-peat
The Tampa Bay Lightning spoiled Colorado's party to stay in the hunt for a third straight Stanley Cup title, beating the Avalanche 3-2 on Friday night in Game 5.
