The Windsor Spitfires continue to add to their roster.
The Spitfires announced that Czechia defenceman Josef Eichler has signed an OHL scholarship and development agreement.
Eichler was drafted by the Spitfires in the 2023 Canadian Hockey League Import Draft 46th overall.
He stands at six feet fall and spent the 2022-23 season with the HC Plzen U20 team, recording 9 points in 38 games.
He also played in eighteen games for the Czechia U18 team, scoring three points.
Eichler says he's very happy and looking forward to putting on the Spitfires jersey. He adds that he's looking forward to the teammates, practices, games, and the fans, as well as overall life in Canada.
General Manager Bill Bowler says Eichler is an important addition to the team and it a versatile defender who plays an enthusiastic physical style.
The Spitfires first pre-season game is on September 9. Their first regular season game goes September 29 in Sarnia against the Sting.