The London Knights bounced back in Game 2 of the OHL Finals with a commanding 5-2 victory over the Oshawa Generals on May 10, 2025, evening the best-of-seven series at 1-1.
A Strong Response from London
After dropping Game 1, the Knights came out determined to make a statement. Oshawa struck first, with Cal Ritchie capitalizing on a rebound at 9:16 of the first period to give the Generals a 1-0 lead. However, London’s Easton Cowan, who had been held off the scoresheet in Game 1, responded with a brilliant individual effort at 16:37, firing a shot past Jacob Oster to tie the game at 1-1.
Knights Take Control
The second period saw London take control of the game. Cowan set up Sam O’Reilly for a give-and-go goal just past the five-minute mark, putting the Knights ahead 2-1. Moments later, Oliver Bonk extended the lead to 3-1 with a perfectly placed wrist shot over Oster’s shoulder. Oshawa answered quickly, as Luke Torrance knocked in a loose puck to cut the deficit to 3-2.
Sealing the Victory
Cowan continued his dominant performance, stealing the puck in the neutral zone and setting up Jacob Julien for a one-timer that made it 4-2 heading into the third period. The Knights held off Oshawa’s push in the final frame, killing off two Generals power plays before Cowan iced the game with an empty-net goal at 1:39 remaining.
Looking Ahead
With the series now tied, both teams will shift their focus to Game 3 in Oshawa on May 12. The Knights will look to build on their momentum, while the Generals aim to reclaim the series lead.
London’s ability to respond after a tough loss shows their resilience, and with Cowan leading the charge, they are poised to make a deep run for the championship. The battle for the J. Ross Robertson Cup is heating up, and fans can expect more thrilling action as the series progresses.
OHL Writers 