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sports17 days ago•5 min saved

The Quiet Giant's Draft Path: Maksim Sokolovskii

At 6'7", Kazakh defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii joined the London Knights and was selected 27th overall in the 2026 NHL Draft; he uses his size and mobility to impact the game, but his puck-handling and shooting need work. He posted 44 games with 2 goals, 6 assists, 8 points and 49 PIM in 2025-26, plus 5 playoff games with 4 PIM, and will return to the OHL for another season before heading to Maine in 2027-28, with Danny Briere suggesting he could become a top-four NHL defenseman.

via NHL.com|

#hockey #london-knights #nhl-draft

sports17 days ago•7 min saved

Flyers bet big on a 6'7" project in Maksim Sokolovskii

Philadelphia used the 27th overall pick to draft 6'7", 240-pound defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii, trading down to add assets. GM Danny Briere says the left-shot blueliner has elite size, a natural mean streak, and significant development room; his offensive numbers aren’t premium, but his skating and puck handling have progressed and he should grow with more time in London before challenging for an NHL role. The Flyers won’t rush him this season, aim to develop him into a potential top-four defenseman, and remain open to additional defense or goalie targets later in the draft while relying on a young core already in place.

via Broad Street Hockey|

#development #london-knights #maksim-sokolovskii

sports2 years ago•5 min saved

Saginaw Spirit Clinch 2024 Memorial Cup, Beck Named MVP

The Saginaw Spirit defeated the London Knights in a thrilling Memorial Cup Final, securing their first-ever CHL crown with a late goal by Canucks prospect Josh Bloom. The game showcased top 2024 NHL draft prospects, including standout performances from London's Sam O'Reilly and Saginaw's Zayne Parekh. Owen Beck of the Spirit was particularly impressive, scoring twice and earning MVP honors, while Easton Cowan of the Knights continued his strong post-draft season.

via The New York Times|

#hockey-championship #london-knights #memorial-cup

sports3 years ago•10 min saved

"Flyers' Draft Pick Oliver Bonk: A Promising Defenseman with a Mullet Homage"

Oliver Bonk, a defenseman for the London Knights in the OHL, is hoping to cap off his NHL draft year with an OHL championship. His father, Radek Bonk, a former NHL player, is proud and excited to watch his son play in the most important game of his life. Oliver is described as a puck-moving defenseman with good offensive skills and solid defensive play. He credits his dad for teaching him hockey IQ and reading the play. Oliver is ranked among the top defensemen in this year's NHL draft class and looks forward to continuing his development with the London Knights.

via The Athletic|

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