The Flyers are indeed looking to bolster their roster, particularly at the Center and Goaltending positions, as their 2024-25 season exposed weaknesses in both areas. Meanwhile, the London Knights, a junior team in the OHL with strong ties to the Flyers’ prospect pipeline, have exactly what the doctor ordered with the needs at these positions, creating an interesting parallel.
Landon Sim
Landon Sim, a 20-year-old Center/Right Wing, was drafted by the St. Louis Blues in the 2022 NHL Draft (6th round, 184th overall) but was not signed, making him an unrestricted free agent eligible to sign with any NHL team. Born July 17, 2004, in New Glasgow, NS, Sim is in his final OHL season with the London Knights, where he’s been a vital part of their 2024-25 success.
Sim has been a clutch performer for the Knights, who won the 2025 OHL Western Conference title. He scored a critical goal in Game 3 against Kitchener (3-2 win) and he has consistently delivered in high-stakes moments. His 2024-25 OHL stats are 30 goals and 53 points, showcasing his offensive flair, with Elite Prospects noting his “skill and creativity” in setting up plays and using deceptive passing and shooting. In the playoffs, he’s been a difference-maker, contributing to London’s deep run toward the OHL Finals.
At 5’11”, 187 lbs, Sim is a versatile forward who can play Center or Wing. His backhand passing, puck protection, and ability to deke defenders make him a dynamic offensive threat. He’s also shown grit and a knack for scoring timely goals, which aligns with the Flyers’ need for a middle-six forward who can contribute in big moments.
As a veteran leader on a stacked Knights roster (featuring Flyers prospects like Denver Barkey and Oliver Bonk), Sim’s experience in high-pressure environments like the OHL Playoffs and Memorial Cup contention makes him NHL-ready. His unsigned status is likely due to the Blues prioritizing other prospects, not a reflection of his talent. For those wondering, he’s also the son of former NHL’er Jon Sim.
Austin Elliott
Austin Elliott has indeed been a standout for the London Knights, solidifying their Goaltending and becoming a cornerstone of their 2024-25 OHL success. His unsigned status as a free agent makes him an attractive target for the Flyers, who are seeking Goaltending upgrades and they obviously have strong ties to the Knights’ program.
Born May 14, 2004, in Strathmore, Alberta, Elliott is a 20-year-old overage Goaltender (6’1”, 180 lbs) who went undrafted in the NHL due to age eligibility (players must be 20 or younger). After a strong WHL career with the Saskatoon Blades (58-14-5-1, .906 SV%, 2.37 GAA over 85 games), he was waived, claimed by the Barrie Colts, and traded to the Knights on October 16, 2024, for a 14th-round pick in 2026 and a conditional 5th-round pick in 2027.
Elliott has been phenomenal, posting a 43-1-0 record (32-1-0 regular season, 11-0-0 playoffs) with a 2.10 GAA, .924 SV%, and three shutouts, leading the OHL in both categories. His only loss came against Windsor on February 2, 2025, and he’s been pivotal in the Knights’ Western Conference title run, stopping 21 of 23 shots in a 3-2 win over Kitchener. Knights Coach Dave Rook praised his “calming influence” and “rock-solid” play, noting his 30-1 record as a remarkable feat.
This young 20-year-old Goaltender in Elliott is the backbone of a dominant Knights team (55-11-2, 112 points), complementing a roster with NHL prospects like Easton Cowan, Sam Dickinson, and Flyers’ Oliver Bonk and Denver Barkey. His experience in high-pressure environments, including WHL Playoff runs and NHL camps with Nashville and Toronto, has translated to clutch performances, like his 27-save shutout against Guelph.
Elliott’s quick reflexes, positional soundness, and ability to make timely saves shine on a defensively strong Knights squad. While not the biggest Goaltender, his .924 Save Percentage reflects his ability to limit scoring chances, especially in tight games. He’s also shown mental resilience, bouncing back from a seven-goal game to post shutouts and maintain an unbeaten streak.
With uncertainty surrounding Aleksei Kolosov, if he will return to North America or not for the 2025-26 season, signing Elliott makes sense. Yegor Zavragin is under contract in the KHL for another few years, so this would give Elliot time to showcase his skills. Elliott has also committed to UMass Lowell in the NCAA for the 2025-26 season, so the Phantoms or Flyers could sign him.
These are just two available options to the Flyers this offseason. Two young prospects that can fill voids at any time. Flyers’ General Manager Danny Briere embarks on a busy offseason, so let’s see what transpires!!!
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Jamey,
This is the kind of scouting every Flyers fan needs to read. Signing Sim & Elliot would be a huge plus for our player pipeline. Keep up the excellent work and Let’s Go Flyers !!