Windsor, Ont. – The Windsor Spitfires are excited to announce Josef Eichler has signed an OHL scholarship and development agreement. Eichler was selected 46th overall by the Spitfires in the 2023 CHL Import Draft.
A 17-year-old from Czechia, Eichler stands at six feet tall and spent the 2022-23 season with the HC Plzen U20 team, recording nine points (0-9-9) in 38 games. He also played in eighteen games for the Czechia U18 team, scoring three points (0-3-3).
“I am very happy and looking forward to putting on the Spitfires jersey”, said Eichler. “I’m looking forward to everything, my teammates, practices, games, the fans and overall life in Canada.”
General Manager Bill Bowler spoke on the acquisition of Eichler to the team.
“Josef is an important addition for our team”, said Bowler. “We welcome him to this group and our community. He is a versatile defender who plays an enthusiastic physical style.”
Source link
