Flint Firebirds Sweep Attack, Advance to Second Round

Firebirds set OHL playoff record with 35-3 goal differential in series

Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:56am

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The Flint Firebirds scored five power play goals to cruise past the Owen Sound Attack, 6-1, in Game 4 on Wednesday night, completing a four-game sweep of the first-round playoff series. The Firebirds set a new OHL record for the largest goal differential in a playoff series, outscoring Owen Sound 35-3 over the four games.

Why it matters

The Firebirds' dominant performance showcases their offensive firepower and ability to capitalize on special teams opportunities. Their sweep of the Attack marks the first time the Firebirds have advanced past the first round of the OHL playoffs in franchise history.

The details

Flint struck first with a power play goal in the opening period, then added another power play tally to take a 2-0 lead. Owen Sound cut the deficit to 2-1 with a power play goal of their own in the second, but the Firebirds quickly responded with two more power play goals to make it 4-1. Flint added two more power play goals in the third period to seal the 6-1 victory and complete the series sweep.

  • The Firebirds scored five power play goals in the game on Wednesday, April 2, 2026.
  • The Firebirds outscored the Attack 35-3 over the four-game series, setting a new OHL playoff record.

The players

Flint Firebirds

The Flint Firebirds are an Ontario Hockey League (OHL) team based in Flint, Michigan.

Owen Sound Attack

The Owen Sound Attack are an OHL team based in Owen Sound, Ontario.

Jacob Battaglia

Flint Firebirds forward who had two goals and three assists in the game, leading the OHL playoffs with 15 points.

Nathan Aspinall

Flint Firebirds forward who had two goals and two assists in the game, and is second in the OHL playoffs with 13 points.

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What’s next

The Firebirds will await their opponent and schedule for the second round. Once set, the matchup will be announced via flintfirebirds.com and the team's social media channels.

The takeaway

The Flint Firebirds' dominant performance in the first round of the OHL playoffs, including setting a new league record for largest goal differential in a series, demonstrates their offensive firepower and ability to capitalize on special teams opportunities. Their sweep of the Owen Sound Attack marks a historic milestone for the franchise as they advance to the second round for the first time.