The London Knights, back-to-back OHL champions, were oh so close to winning a Memorial Cup last year. They return to the big tournament this spring with one goal: Winning it all …

Around the Diamond: London’s offense has gotten the job done in three early wins; Cardoso has something to prove; Payano looking like an ace; Challenge ahead against champs — and more champs. Our news & notes …

In front of the home crowd Thursday, the London Knights finished off the Oshawa Generals in Game 5 to win their second straight OHL title — and earn a trip back to the Memorial Cup for a chance to win it all.

Austin Elliott, acquired by the London Knights early in the 2024-25 campaign, has brought experience — and a whole lot of winning — to the defending OHL champs. They’re hoping he can backstop them to a Memorial Cup.

Majors fans will see plenty of new faces — including an ‘electric’ shortstop — this season, as the team embarks on a new pursuit of an IBL championship. We preview the new roster, new season …

Knight Watch: London takes a perfect 12-0 playoff record into the OHL Finals; It’s a rematch vs. Oshawa; Can anyone stop London this year?; Knights look to book ticket to Memorial Cup …

With the season wrapped up, we ask: How can BSL basketball be better in Year 3? Our senior columnist, Jason Winders, has some ideas to improve game play, the fan experience, and the league’s professionalism …

Knight Watch: London has won eight straight to open playoffs. Can they continue momentum against Kitchener Rangers?; Star goalie Jackson Parsons gives Kitchener a chance. Columnist Jake Jeffrey previews the matchup …

After three straight championship seasons, the London Lightning played .500 basketball this year and got bounced in a postseason play-in game. Where does the franchise go from here? …

Knight Watch: After sweeping Owen Sound, London takes on the No. 5 Erie Otters in the second round of the OHL playoffs; Columnist Jake Jeffrey previews the matchup — and predicts the rest of the OHL series …