GAME DAY

The London Knights play Saint John Seadogs tonight in their first game of the 2012 MasterCard Memorial Cup in Shawinigan.

Mark Hunter talks with media

As the team is staying in Trois Riviere it is a 30 minute bus ride to the pre-game skate.  Breakfast was served at 9:30 with the team hitting the ice at 11:00 a.m.  Today, it was a light skate without full equipment.  Goalie Michael Houser did not dress.

Several players as well as GM-Coach Mark Hunter were made available to the media.  Sportsnet wanted to interview the Rupert twins.   On our CJBK pre-game show tonight, we'll have the first installment of our new show "The Rupes.."  Ryan Rupert interviews brother Matt.  Tune in between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at www.cjbk.com.  

Ollie Maatta

Knights owner and former coach Dale Hunter has also arrived.  He joined the coaching staff at the opening game last night between Shawinigan and Edmonton.

Knights rookie Bo Horvat

It was also great to visit with former Knights assistant coach  Mike Kelly.  He was a Knights assistant coach in the late 80's.  Kelly was part of the Knights team that played in 3 seven game series in 1989.  He will also be a guest on the pre-game show.

Michael Houser watches

After the light skate it was back on the bus to the hotel in Trois Riviere for lunch.  That was followed by a pre-game nap.

Saint John Seadogs watch the London Knights practice