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London Knights stretch draft streak to 58 years
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London Knights stretch draft streak to 58 years

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  • The London Knights have extended their NHL draft selection streak to 58 years, with four players chosen in the 2026 NHL Draft.
  • Maksim Sokolovskii was the first Knights player selected, going 27th overall to the Philadelphia Flyers, followed by Jaxon Cover at 32nd overall to the Ottawa Senators.
  • Ryan Brown and Jacob Vandeven were also drafted, bringing the total to four players from the Knights roster selected in this year's draft, maintaining the league's longest such streak.

The London Knights have solidified their reputation as an NHL talent pipeline, extending their remarkable draft selection streak to 58 years. This year's 2026 NHL Draft saw four players from the Knights roster hear their names called, with Maksim Sokolovskii leading the charge.

Sokolovskii was selected 27th overall by the Philadelphia Flyers, marking a significant milestone for the team. Shortly after, Jaxon Cover was chosen 32nd overall by the Ottawa Senators, further underscoring the Knights' consistent ability to develop NHL-ready talent. The streak, which dates back to 1969, is the longest in the Ontario Hockey League.

Adding to the Knights' draft success, Ryan Brown was selected by the Dallas Stars in the fifth round, and Jacob Vandeven was picked by the Boston Bruins just two picks later. These selections highlight the depth of talent cultivated by the organization, ensuring their legacy in the league continues to grow.

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