Bulldogs acquire Robert Thomas from London Knights

The Hamilton Bulldogs have acquired centre Robert Thomas from the London Knights.

Thomas has registered 46 points in 27 regular season games with the Knights and currently ranks second in the league in points per game.

The 18-year-old is from Aurora and was drafted in the first round by the St. Louis Blues in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft.

“We are very excited to welcome Robert Thomas to the Bulldogs family,” said Bulldogs President & General Manager Steve Staios.

“He has a tremendous track record both in the Ontario Hockey League and at the international level, most recently winning a gold medal with Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championships.”

Thomas recorded one goal and five assists for Canada during the tournament.

The Bulldogs give up Connor McMichael, a second-round draft pick in 2021 and other conditional draft picks.

Hamilton hosts the Flint Firebirds on Saturday at 7 p.m.