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Kitchener Rangers Dominate, Clinch Midwest Division Title

Kitchener Rangers secure first place in the Midwest Division with a decisive victory over the London Knights, heading into the playoffs as a top seed.

2026-03-02T10:36:52.231Z

Kitchener Rangers Dominate, Clinch Midwest Division Title

The Kitchener Rangers have clinched the Midwest Division title, securing the top seed in the Western Conference playoffs. The Rangers defeated the London Knights 4-1 on March 1, 2026.

Tanner Lam and Christian Humphreys each contributed a goal and an assist for the Rangers. London's lone goal came from Evan Van Gorp early in the second period.

Matthew Hlacar scored what proved to be the game-winner in the second period. The Rangers sealed the victory with two empty-net goals in the final minutes.

Goaltenders Sebastian Gatto of the Knights and Christian Kirsch of the Rangers made key saves throughout the contest. Kitchener outshot London 39-23.

Topics Kitchener Rangers London Knights Midwest Division Evan Van Gorp Tanner Lam Christian Humphreys