London United all in for Season 91

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Season 91 is fast approaching, and the London United Team is coming together. There have been several changes and still a final piece to fall into place. We will discuss the activity so far and what the team is expecting as a result. 

 

 Resigning of Free Agents 

 

London United had several players that became free agents, the first step in securing a competitive team for season 91 was to resign some of those individuals to contracts. 

The first individual to sign was veteran Defense Deron Nesbitt. Deron is a core piece on the blue line who provides both strong defensive ability and a pass first offense. London United is looking for Deron to be a key piece of the offensive push for season 91 while still providing their usual reliable defensive play. 

 

Soon after Deron signed, fellow blue liner Jack Jeckler signed. Jack is an up-and-coming player who provides toughness and grit on the blue line. London United expects Jack to continue developing during this season, with the goal of providing a strong defensive presence while working on their offensive game. 

 

Thor Odinson was the next to sign. Thor is a key piece of London United’s second forward line, and the hopes are that he will click with fellow season 86 draft pick Sjin to form a strong secondary scoring unit. London United is committed to helping Thor continue to grow in their game with the goal of creating a strong two-way player. Thor has significant potential. 

 

The last returning free agent player is Hunor Solyom. Hunor is a veteran player who provides significant value on the blue line. London United is hoping that Hunor can provide veteran depth to the blue line and help mentor the younger players. 

 

Rookie Potential 

 

London United has been working for several years with Season 86 prospect Sjin and are pleased to announce that Sjin is making the jump to the VHL. Sjin enters the league with high hopes. They have a focus on winning the Rookie of the Year award and establishing their career. Sjin will be doing that as a key component of the second line of London United.  

 

Trading for Key Components 

 

London United put the VHL on notice when they brokered a deal with the Vancouver Wolves to pick up two key components for what may be another Continental cup push. London United were able to secure all-star center Wann Kerr and defensive specialist Lloyd Braun. 

 

Wann Kerr is a high-flying center who will be playing on the first line with Leonard Triller and Molly the Cat. The expectation is that the combination of passing excellence and scoring ability that this line will have will skyrocket London forward in offensive production. Wann Kerr provides a first line center which London United has lacked the last few seasons. They also provide significant scoring depth and are also known to be a powerplay specialist.  

 

Lloyd Braun is a hard as nails gritty defender who will provide a much-needed backbone to London United’s defensive core. Lloyd was a fantastic addition to help round out the defense for season 91. 

 

 

We are excited to see how these two individuals make their presence known within the locker room and on the ice. 

What is left to come 

 

London has made great strides this offseason, but they are not finished. However, I am not going to let the cat out of the bag early on the next announcement. Just know that London United is still looking to secure one last piece, a veteran piece to lead the second offensive line and mentor Sjin and Thor Odinson this year. Hopefully, we will be able to conclude that acquisition shortly and focus on coming together in the locker room. 

 

So, there you have it, London is focused on another playoff bound year and has made some key changes to make that happen.