With the sad demise of the Newfoundland Growlers, finding a new ECHL affiliate was imperative for the organization. The Cincinnati Cyclones have filled the hole.
The Cyclones are an adequate fit geographically, given the lack of available options. Cincinnati’s international airport is just a 20-minute drive from the rink, and Toronto’s North Division opponent, Cleveland, is less than four hours away by car.
Cincinnati is a well-supported club and finished sixth in average attendance last season despite posting a losing record and missing out on a playoff berth.
Toronto native Jason Payne holds the positions of head coach and Director of Player Personnel.