Spitfires Stage Dramatic Comeback to Take 2-0 Series Lead Over Firebirds

Windsor scores three unanswered third-period goals, including game-winner with 1 minute left, to defeat Flint 6-5 in Game 2.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 2:41pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a high-energy hockey game, with players, pucks, and arena details fragmented into overlapping planes of vibrant colors.The Spitfires' dramatic comeback victory over the Firebirds showcases the intensity and unpredictability of the OHL playoffs.Flint Today

The Windsor Spitfires overcame a 5-3 deficit in the third period, scoring three unanswered goals, including the game-winner with 1 minute left, to defeat the Flint Firebirds 6-5 in Game 2 of their OHL second-round playoff series. The Spitfires now hold a 2-0 series lead as the action shifts to Flint for Games 3 and 4.

Why it matters

The Spitfires and Firebirds have been battling all season for position in the Western Conference, and this playoff series is expected to be a long, hard-fought matchup between two talented teams. The Spitfires' comeback win in Game 2 shows their resilience and ability to win close games, while the Firebirds proved they can score in bunches and make things interesting.

The details

After the Spitfires jumped out to a 2-0 lead, the Firebirds stormed back to take a 5-3 advantage in the second period. But the Spitfires refused to quit, getting goals from Caden Harvey and Jack Nesbitt to tie the game in the third. Then with just 1 minute remaining, defenseman Conor Walton scored the game-winning goal to give Windsor the dramatic 6-5 victory.

  • The Spitfires won Game 1 at home on Friday, April 11, 2026 by a score of 4-2.
  • Game 2 was played on Sunday, April 13, 2026 at the WFCU Centre in Windsor.
  • Games 3 and 4 will be played on Tuesday, April 14 and Thursday, April 16 in Flint, Michigan.

The players

Liam Greentree

Captain of the Windsor Spitfires and a New York Rangers prospect.

Kevin He

Forward for the Flint Firebirds and a Winnipeg Jets prospect.

Nathan Aspinall

Captain of the Flint Firebirds and a New York Rangers prospect.

Caden Harvey

Rookie forward for the Windsor Spitfires.

Conor Walton

Defenseman for the Windsor Spitfires, known for scoring big goals.

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What they’re saying

“The guys just all got on board. The forecheck was unreal. We talked about making the right plays at the right time and scoring in big moments. Our guys did that.”

— Greg Walters, Head Coach, Windsor Spitfires

“There's no harm to jump in there. I'm just trying to hit the net. Just don't miss. It was rolling a little bit so just hit it as hard as I can and see where it goes. I don't even know what I was doing. I blacked out after I scored. I just saw Davis and said 'let's go!'”

— Conor Walton, Defenseman, Windsor Spitfires

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