Stranges has always been a flashy player. In 2021-22, his final season of OHL hockey with the London Knights, he had 35-62=97 in 66 games played. This put him second on the Knights and 16th in the entire OHL for total points. Beyond his stats, Stranges made a big splash on social media by being featured on the popular podcast Spittin’ Chiclets’ X account for a highlight reel, coast-to-coast goal.
Antonio Stranges. Pure filth. pic.twitter.com/rfwqKLrWHe
— Spittin' Chiclets (@spittinchiclets) March 19, 2022
This publicity from one of the sport's more popular media entities bolstered the excitement surrounding Stranges as he entered his first full year of professional hockey.