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London Knights Dominating: Are they a lock for the OHL Championship?

The London Knights are on fire, racking up their 22nd win in 24 games with a decisive 6-1 victory over the Erie Otters. New acquisition Cam not allowed made an immediate impact, scoring a goal and adding two assists in his Knights debut. With this level of consistent success, even missing key players to the World Juniors, is it time to declare the Knights the team to beat in the OHL? Are there any weaknesses in their game that other teams can exploit? Could this be a preview of a Memorial Cup run?

Trading up: Was the price for Cam not allowed too high?

The Knights paid a hefty price to acquire not allowed from Guelph, giving up a young prospect and a pile of draft picks. Is this type of move a sign of a team going all-in for a championship? Or is it mortgaging the future for short-term gain? What does this trade say about the Knights’ confidence in their current roster? How will this impact the Guelph Storm’s rebuild?

World Junior Impact: How will the absence of key players affect the OHL playoff race?

Several OHL teams, including London and Erie, are missing key players due to World Junior commitments. How will this absence impact the standings in the short term? Could this open the door for other teams to make a move? Will these players return to their OHL teams even stronger after the tournament? What are the potential long-term benefits or drawbacks for players participating in the World Juniors?