Game Preview: Saginaw Spirit vs Brantford Bulldogs – November 2, 2025
The Saginaw Spirit (6-5-3-2) will host the Brantford Bulldogs (12-0-2-1) on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Dow Event Center. The puck drops at 5:30 p.m.
Event Details
- Special Theme: Robotics Night presented by Hemlock Semiconductor
- Postgame autograph session
- Free team poster giveaway
Recent Performance: Saginaw Spirit
The Spirit earned their sixth win of the season on Saturday, defeating the Windsor Spitfires 6–3 at home.
- Nic Sima recorded his first hat trick of the season.
- Nikita Klepov tallied two goals and one assist, marking his seventh multi-point game of the year.
- Stepan Shurygin made 40 saves, tying his season high and securing Saginaw’s fourth win in five games.
Recent Performance: Brantford Bulldogs
The Bulldogs continued their strong form with a 7–0 shutout win over the Firebirds at the Dort Financial Center.
- Marek Vanacker scored twice in a five-goal third period, reaching 14 goals this season.
- Jeremy Freeman netted his first OHL goal.
- Ryerson Leenders earned his fifth career shutout with 30 saves.
Team Matchup
This is the first of two meetings between the Spirit and the Bulldogs this season, with the rematch scheduled for March 6, 2026.
Last season, Brantford defeated Saginaw twice. Seattle Kraken prospect Jake O’Brien totaled five points (3G-2A) in an 11–3 victory at the Dow Event Center.
“Nikita Klepov contributed two goals and an assist shortly after being named OHL Rookie of the Month for October.”
Author’s Summary
Saginaw hosts unbeaten Brantford in a high-energy matchup featuring Robotics Night, building momentum from a 6–3 victory led by Nic Sima and Nikita Klepov’s standout play.