The Guelph Storm triumphed over the London Knights 4-2 on February 11, an event that coincided with the celebration of Sam Dickinson Bobblehead night at Canada Life Place. Despite the loss, the Knights had a notable performance as Ethan Miedema contributed with a goal and an assist. This defeat signified a downturn for London, marking their first time since early 2026 that they had experienced back-to-back losses in regulation, adding pressure as they precede to the mid-season stretch.

The game was characterized by a fortuitous start for the Storm; they scored just 2 minutes and 51 seconds into the first period, taking advantage of a power play opportunity that ended with Leo Serlin netting the first goal. The Knights retaliated by equalizing midway through the first period, with both Jesse Nurmi and Ryan Brown extending their point streaks. Brown, who scored his 19th goal of the year, highlighted that aspect of the Knights' attacking prowess, despite the disappointment of the game’s outcome.

Alongside the competitive nature of the matchup, the evening also included a ceremonial moment for the Knights' management, with Mark Hunter and Rob Simpson presenting championship rings to players from their 2025 Memorial Cup victory. This reflection on past successes served as a stark contrast to the current struggle of the Knights to maintain momentum in the season. As the Storm capitalized on opportunities, their victory not only boosted their standings but also left the Knights reevaluating their strategy going forward.