After a rare season that saw them sell at the trade deadline, the London Knights are back with big aspirations in 2026-27. They’re looking to get back to the top — with plenty of new faces and some key returnees.
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 needs three of a possible four points this weekend to secure fourth in the Western Conference; Henry Brzustewicz and Braidy Wassilyn eye milestone goals; Formidable foes ahead in Windsor Friday at home, Flint on road Saturday.
Jaxon Cover, a leading forward for the Knights, played in-line hockey as a youngster. A latecomer to the ice, he’s made the transition successfully and is looking forward to big things — in London and beyond.
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).
Knight Watch: London clinches playoff spot for 24th straight season; Cohen Bidgood achieves career highs; Gatto wins pair last weekend; Three to be inducted into Knights Hall of Fame; Two at home against Eastern foes this weekend.
