2015 Mastercard Memorial Cup Hero Anthony Cirelli, Signs with the Tampa Bay Lightning
May 19, 2016 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Oshawa Generals News Release
2015 MasterCard Memorial Cup Hero Anthony Cirelli, Signs with The Tampa Bay Lightning.
Cirelli played a prominent role in winning the Memorial Cup for the Generals in 2015. He scored both goals, including the overtime winner over the Kelowna Rockets. Cirelli is a hard-working center who takes to the ice, and finds a way to make a difference.
Cirelli who was the first of three Generals taken in the 2015 NHL draft, was picked up in the third round, 75th overall by the Lightning. The 6'1, 180 lb centre signed with the Oshawa Generals as a free agent at the start of the 2014/2015 season. He quickly became a reliable two-way player for the Gens.
Nearing the end of his second season with the Oshawa Generals the 18 year old became the captain of the franchise. Scoring a total of 21 goals and 59 points. On April 15, 2016 Cirelli played his first pro game for the Syracuse Crunch, in a match-up against Cole Cassels and the Utica Comets.
"I am really happy Anthony is being recognized for his hard work. To be the captain of the Oshawa Generals is a great honour, and now for Anthony to sign his entry level contract, should now allow him to have a great summer of preparation for the 2016/17 season." - Roger Hunt Vice President/General Manager of the Oshawa Generals
"Steve Yzerman and Tampa Bay realize what an asset Cirelli is, not only as a quality hockey player but also as a person." - Bob Jones, Head Coach of The Oshawa Generals
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