The guys are back from the Christmas break just in time to start breaking down a flurry of trades, and the deals have only just begun with the deadline still 72 hours away. The question is, how many teams in the Western Conference think they can win this year? Dan and Farwell break down what we know so far, what they think might happen, and make a promise to explain everything next week. Plus, the sudden passing of former Commissioner David Branch sends shockwaves around the hockey world. And Farwell has a fancy new hat that's going to put on some miles before it arrives at its final destination.

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We've arrived at the midway mark of the OHL season, and the Ottawa 67's sit atop the standing. No one, and we mean NO ONE saw that coming. Farwell and Dan look at surprises and concerns from the first half, they take a Wraparound straight from the Inbox, and they pay tribute to the "glue guys" (and gals) around this league. Plus, you won't want to miss the first appearance of Danta Claus (TM).

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It's the most wonderful time of the year to be an OHL fan! Unless you're worried about seeing a player you love traded to another team. But if you're hoping your team enters the trade market and strengthens the line-up for the second half, this is the time of year for you. Farwell and Dan look at the teams setting the pace and others that are expected to join the mix. Who might go where is anybody's guess, but this is the season for putting things on your wish list. Plus, we had a little chat with the CHL following last week's episode and we'll give you an update on that. Also, if you're cheering for Team Canada at the World Juniors this Christmas, you have to like your chances, don't you?

The weekly Wraparound is here with a look at every OHL market, you'll hear our picks for Prospect of the Week, and the league's new VP of Hockey Operations joins the show for a chat. The only place you can get all of that is here, so tell a friend!

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