Thunder Brings Back Dylan Olsen

October 28, 2020 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers, AHL's Bakersfield Condors and powered by Toyota, announced today the re-signing of defenseman Dylan Olsen for the 2020-21 season. Olsen, 29, returns to Wichita after finishing last season in Thunder blue. A native of Salt Lake City, Utah, the 6-foot-2, 223-pound blueliner is a former first round pick of the Chicago Blackhawks (#28 overall) in the 2009 NHL Entry Draft. He brings plenty of experience to the Thunde... Full Story

Thunder Unveils New Uniforms for 2020-21 Season

October 27, 2020 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers, AHL's Bakersfield Condors and powered by Toyota, are excited to unveil a brand new look for the 2020-21 season. For the first time since the 2016-17 season, the team will be wearing new uniforms. The home white jerseys will consist of the current Thunder logo with two solid blue stripes on the sleeves and one solid blue stripe on the bottom. The road uniforms this year will be a solid blue with two white stripes... Full Story

Salvaggio Returns for Third Season

October 22, 2020 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers, AHL's Bakersfield Condors and powered by Toyota, announced today the re-signing of forward Jason Salvaggio for the 2020-21 season. Salvaggio, 26, returns to Wichita for a third stint. He began the season with the Allen Americans and was acquired back to Wichita in a trade. Salvaggio tallied 34 points (14g, 20a) in 48 games in Thunder blue. Overall, he had 37 points last season, which was good for third on last y... Full Story

Thunder Adds Toughness; Signs Gagnon

October 19, 2020 - WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers, AHL's Bakersfield Condors and powered by Toyota, announced today the signing of forward Mathieu Gagnon for the 2020-21 season. "Mathieu brings a big, physical presence to our lineup as well as a veteran voice in the locker room," commented Head Coach Bruce Ramsay. "Thunder fans should know him well as he played for Tulsa a year after I left for Grand Rapids. We're excited for him to come back to the states." ... Full Story

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