That's Hockey

Knights Anthony Stolarz (43) and Mike McCarron (24) wish Remi Elie the best 

 The London Knights didn't want to trade Remi Elie.  The Belleville Bulls didn't want to trade Brady Austin.  They were traded for each other.  That's hockey.
"The quick answer was no if 18 other teams were knocking on the door at this time (about Brady Austin)," said Belleville GM/Coach George Burnett before the Knights game against the Bulls.
  "You think he's been a pro for ten years," added Burnett. (Listen to entire interview here)
   Elie helped the Knights get to the Memorial Cup last season.  His work alongside Paxton Leroux and Kyle Platzer on an energy line was especially strong early in the playoffs.  He was so impressive, the Dallas Stars invested a 2nd round draft choice in him last June at the NHL draft.  
   Elie scored a goal against the Knights in the first period to give the Bulls a 1-0 lead.  The Knights showed their depth at forward in the 2nd and 3rd periods - which is why they could afford to trade Remi Elie.   Need and opportunity met. The Knights get what they needed in a veteran defenseman with size. The Bulls get a forward who will score and return next year. 
   THE GAME - Matt and Ryan Rupert combined for seven scoring points in the 2nd period vs. the Bulls.  Ryan set up Matt for the first two Knights goals while Matt set up Ryan for a third.   Matt has taken over the Knights team scoring lead with 11 points. 
    Jake Patterson gave the Knights strong goaltending.  He made 43 saves against a Bulls team that didn't give up. 

Matt Rupert shot beats Belleville goalie Charlie Graham in 2nd period of 6-1 win