- Wed, 10 June 2026
Steven Kpehe, who was recently drafted by the CFL’s Calgary Stampeders, has carved a path of discipline, patience and self-belief since his time at London South Collegiate Institute.
The London Majors have undergone a massive facelift over the offseason, welcoming scores of new players for the 2026 season – the first in the new Canadian Baseball League, which ushers in a new era of professional baseball in Ontario.
Despite being ‘sellers’ at the trade deadline, the Knights gelled well and pushed their way to fourth place in the Western Conference, offering a glimpse of a return to contention in 2026-27.
London’s strong play down the stretch earned them home ice advantage for the first round of the OHL playoffs. Now, they’ll look to get past Sault Ste. Marie and into a Western Conference semi-final.
Knight Watch: London swept three last week — but remain in fifth in Western Conference; Jaxon Cover, Sebastian Gatto continue strong play; Knights get Guelph at home Friday, head to Windsor Sunday.
Acquired by the Knights from Sarnia in December, Ryan Brown has excelled as a key forward in London, producing more than a point per game, significantly outpacing his offensive output with the Sting.
Knight Watch: London will see plenty of Guelph (three times) in their final eight games; Trio have a chance at 20-goal seasons; Knights won’t win Midwest Division for first time since 2018; Midweek contest Wednesday, then home-and-home vs. Erie.
Knight Watch: London remains in fifth, but home-ice in playoffs still in play; Knights embrace matinees; William Nicholl scoring the winners; Two tough West opponents this weekend in Windsor (at home), Kitchener (on road).
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