IceMen Acquire Forward in Trade
March 12, 2014 - ECHL (ECHL)
Evansville IceMen News Release
EVANSVILLE, Ind. - The Evansville IceMen have acquired forward Kevin Lynch from the Toledo Walleye Wednesday. The team also announces forward Jeremy Langlois has be recalled by the Springfield Falcons of the AHL.
In addition, the IceMen have dealt forward Mike Seidel to the Gwinnett Gladiators in part of the deal that brought defenseman Antoine Corbin to Evansville Feb. 12.
Lynch, 22, was acquired to conclude yesterday's trade of forward Ryley Grantham. At 6'1", 200-pounds, Lynch was a second round draft pick (56th overall selection) in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. He has appeared in 53 games with the Walleye this season, recording 28 points on 10 goals and 18 assists.
The Grosse Pointe, Mich. native played his college career at the University of Michigan. Lynch appeared in 168 games between 2009-13, registering 72 points on 35 goals and 37 assists.
Langlois, 23, leaves Evansville as the team's current leading scorer with 52 points on 16 goals and 36 assists in 49 appearances. The 6'0", 175-pound forward is in his first pro season.
Despite the call-up, the Tempe, Ariz. native will not be playing for the Falcons. More information about where Langlois will be playing can be found at falconsahl.com.
Seidel, 25, exits after playing in 57 games with the IceMen this season. He totaled 28 points on 11 goals and 17 assists. The Darien, Ill. native is also in his first pro season.
The IceMen return to the Ford Center for three games in three nights this weekend. They host the Orlando Solar Bears Friday and Saturday (7:15 p.m. puck drop) and the Florida Everblades Sunday (5 p.m. puck drop). For tickets, visit evansvilleicemen.com or call 812.421.GOAL.
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