Bulls Acquire Luke Pither from Guelph
January 7, 2009 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Belleville Bulls News Release
The Belleville Bulls have acquired veteran forward Luke Pither from the Guelph Storm. In return, Belleville sends Kitchener's second round pick in the 2010 OHL Priority Selection to Guelph.
Pither is in his fourth OHL season and has scored a career high16 goals and added 14 assists in 41 games played this season. Last season with Guelph, Pither recorded 13 goals and 42 points in 51 games played. The Burketon, Ontario native began his OHL career with Kingston in 2005.
"We've liked Luke since the day he was drafted and are happy to welcome him to our organization" commented Bulls General Manager and Head Coach George Burnett. "Luke brings a wealth of experience along with strong speed and skill to our lineup."
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