Anthony Bitetto Makes NHL Debut with Nashville
January 18, 2015 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release
CINCINNATI, Ohio - Former Cyclones defenseman Anthony Bitetto became the 17th alum in club history to make his NHL debut when he played for the Nashville Predators on Saturday, January 17, 2015 against the Detroit Red Wings.
Bitetto logged 11:01 of ice time but did not register a point as the Predators fell to the Red Wings by a 5-2 final score at Joe Louis Arena.
The Oceanside, New York native played 23 games for the Cyclones during the 2012-13 season, posting three points (1g, 2a) and 15 penalty minutes. A sixth-round pick of the Predators in 2010, Bitetto has spent the bulk of his professional career at the AHL level with the Milwaukee Admirals.
Bitetto is the 17th former Cyclones player since the 2006-07 season to make his NHL debut, and the second this season. Click here to see the full list of Cyclones alums who have made their NHL debut.
After an off-day today, the Cyclones will return to the Ford Center to close out the first half of the season with another battle against the Evansville IceMen on Monday night at 8:15pm ET! Fans can hear all the action of the game on the Cyclones Radio Network beginning at 7:55pm ET!
The Cyclones will be back on the ice at U.S. Bank Arena on Friday, January 23 when they play host to the Evansville IceMen! The Cyclones will honor Jimmy Buffett as the first 2,000 fans will receive a Cyclones beach towel. Plus, the Cyclones will wear specialty jerseys that night and auction them off after the game!! Call 513.421.PUCK to secure your seats and for more details. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook, Twitter (@CincyCyclones), and Instagram!
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