Peterborough was the top team in the OMJHL during the 1978-79 season, earning a record of 46-19-3 for 95 points, winning the Hamilton Spectator Trophy. The Petes 345 goals ranked fourth in the league, while their defense allowed 245 goals, ranking them second in the OMJHL. In the Leyden Division semi-finals, the Petes defeated the Kingston Canadians four games to two, with one game ending in a tie.
Peterborough was the most successful team in the OMJHL during the 1978-79 season, achieving an outstanding record of 46-19-3 for 95 points and winning the Hamilton Spectator Trophy. The Petes' offense scored 345 goals, ranking fourth in the league, while their defense allowed 245 goals, placing them second in the OMJHL. In the Leyden Division semi-finals, the Petes triumphed over the Kingston Canadians four games to two, with one game ending in a stalemate.