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| Hamilton Whizzers | |
|---|---|
| City | Hamilton, Ontario |
| League | Ontario Hockey Association |
| Operated | 1942–43 |
| Home arena | Barton Street Arena |
| Franchise history | |
| 1942–43 | Hamilton Whizzers |
| 1943–44 | Hamilton Majors |
The Hamilton Whizzers were a junior ice hockey team in the Ontario Hockey Association for one season in 1942–1943. The team was based in Hamilton, Ontario, playing home games at the Barton Street Arena, also known as the Hamilton Forum. The Whizzers finished third in the league. The following year the team was renamed the Hamilton Majors. Two alumni from the Whizzers graduated to play in the National Hockey League.
| Season | Team | Games | Won | Lost | Tied | Points | Pct % | Goals For | Goals Against | Standing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942–43 | Whizzers | 24 | 11 | 19 | 4 | 26 | 0.542 | 122 | 106 | 3rd OHA |
| 1943–44 | Majors | 25 | 12 | 12 | 1 | 25 | 0.500 | 113 | 124 | 3rd Group 1 |
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