Rob Simpson

Associate General Manager for the London Knights. Regional Scout for Hockey Canada.

[Scott Wheeler @scottcwheeler]

How a kid from a Caribbean island without a hockey rink became a top #2026NHLDraft prospect.

I spent the year tracing Jaxon Cover’s incredible true story for @TheAthletic. My feature, free to read 🎁
https://t.co/CbYpQCP1TB

[TSN @TSN_Sports]

OLIVER BONK HAS HIS FIRST NHL GOAL!

[Mike McKenzie @MikeMcKenzie11]

I’m NCAA alumni and think both leagues are great but “the playing against older players prepares you better for NHL” looks to be a misconception not backed by data/case studies. Appears quickest way to NHL and early/big $ is actually CHL—>Pro.

[Marc Methot @MarcMethot3]

How in the hell are people getting by with these grocery prices? And please don’t talk to me about finding sales in the paper or whatever, that’s not the point. I do my groceries at No Frills in a rural area and I’m genuinely shocked. Have we just accepted this as the new normal?

[TLY @TheLibertyYell]

DENVER BARKEY….ARE YOU KIDDING ME?

WHAT. A. PLAY. #FLYERS

[Ontario Hockey League @OHLHockey]

Hunter Skinner made it to the national 🤩

Congratulations to the @LondonKnights alumni on making his @NHL debut last night with the @StLouisBlues! 

DETAILS 🗞️: https://t.co/cxGRamtI4f

[London Knights @LondonKnights]

EASTON COWAN!!!!!!

#LeafsForever | #ProKnights

[London Knights @LondonKnights]

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jake's family, friends, and loved ones 🤍

[Rob Simpson @SimmerHC]

Well that was amazing to see!!

[Eric Grebenjak @EricGrebenjak]

Thanks to @SimmerHC for bringing the @CHLMemorialCup and the @OHLHockey Championship Trophy up to Kincardine. What a great day! Was awesome to celebrate together and the kids will remember this day forever! @CHLHockey @LondonKnights #FirstClassGuy #Champs #KBHL

[Rob Simpson @SimmerHC]

Thank you to everyone that showed up today… best fans in the CHL… city of London you’re the best… the support was amazing. 2025 Memorial Cup Champions. @LondonKnights

[London Knights @LondonKnights]

Remember to join us at 6pm on Dundas Place for our celebration tonight!

Along with a live performance from @SullyBurrows!

[Rob Simpson @SimmerHC]

So this happened tonight :)))) wow.

[Rob Simpson @SimmerHC]

A moment we will remember together. so proud of this team. So close last year to a dominate preformance this year.. nothing beats winning…

[London Knights @LondonKnights]

The moment.

[Ontario Hockey League @OHLHockey]

A star-studded lineup on the Midwest Division #OHLQCTeam 🤩

Vote for the #OHL Quarter Century Team 🗳️: https://t.co/6tMGO3DLvX

[Greg Berge @GregBerge]

Yes, coaches have favorites.

But not the favorites that many parents think.

Coaches want to win. They want players that do the things that help teams win. What are these things?

What are the favorites that coaches look for?

Here are the 7 Favorites that Coaches Play:

#1 Favorite: Players they can TRUST
Can we trust you? Can we count on you? These are the top questions that coaches and teammates demand. If you are not dependable or trustworthy, I don’t care how talented you are; you will struggle to play. Be trusted and be a “favorite.”

#2 Favorite: Players who make the RIGHT PLAYS
Coaches want playmakers. Do you make winning plays? You don’t have to score. There are many pieces to make a good team. If you make the right play at the right time, you will find playing time and be a “favorite.”

#3 Favorite: Players who fill a ROLE
The most talented players don’t always make the best team. Teams are like puzzles. The pieces have to fit. If you can fill a role that the team needs and be a “favorite.”

#4 Favorite: Players who help the TEAM WIN
Coaches want to WIN. If you can make plays that help the team WIN, you will play. What are winning plays in basketball? Getting Loose balls, rebounds, setting screens, drawing charges, playing defense, and more. Help the team WIN and be a “favorite."

#5 Favorite: Players who WORK HARD
Want to get noticed? Work harder than everyone. Coaches will reward consistent hard work. Hard work is contagious and can impact a team in winning ways.

#6 Favorite: Players who are COMMITTED
No Deposit - No Return. Coaches want commitment from their players. Do the work. Do the extra work. Show Up. Commit. Committed players = Committed teams. Committed teams = Winning teams. Be committed and be a “favorite.”

#7 Favorite: Players who have TALENT
Finally, talent matters. You have to have some level of talent to play. But talent is not everything. Many talented players don’t get playing time. Develop your talent. Use your talent. Be a “favorite.”
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[laur 🌱 @43habs]

they got eddie to do a tiktok for the bruins 😆 the knights really love doing their tiktoks

[Bussin' With The Boys @BussinWTB]

Tom Brady gave one of the best football speeches ever last night

[London Knights @LondonKnights]

What a time in Frankenmuth.

Thank you to @zehnders for keeping the guys fed over the last week!

[Elite Prospects @eliteprospects]

Live now on @EPRinkside!

Ethan MacKinnon was forced to retire from hockey at 20 years old, but he's still a pivotal part of the @LondonKnights' success as they search for the franchise's third Memorial Cup championship 🔥

🔗: https://t.co/RMf1eSiFZw