Knights Sign MacKinnon

Published on June 16, 2021 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
London Knights News Release

The London Knights are excited to announce that the team has signed their fifth-round draft pick from the 2019 OHL Priority Selection, Ethan MacKinnon. MacKinnon was drafted 102nd overall.

"We are very happy to be able to sign Ethan for the 2021-2022 season. Ethan showed very well in his 16-year-old season with the St. Thomas Stars. His ability to skate, defend and bring offense from the backend will be a big asset to our lineup." - Mark Hunter, Co-Owner and General Manager of the London Knights.

MacKinnon played the 2019-2020 season for the St. Thomas Stars of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League. The London native collected four goals and 13 assists for a total of 17 points over 45 games. He was selected to participate in the 2019-2020 GOJHL Future Stars game.

MacKinnon will wear number 17 for the Knights.

Ethan MacKinnon

Position: Defence

Shoots: Left

Born: May 22, 2003

Hometown: London, ON

Height: 6'0"

Weight: 160 lbs

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