Artyukhin and Tarnasky Back With Falcons
Published on October 22, 2005 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Springfield Falcons News Release
Springfield, MA - The Springfield Falcons, proud members of the American Hockey League, announced today that forwards Evgeny Artyukhin and Nick Tarnasky have been reassigned to the Falcons by their National Hockey League affiliate, the Tampa Bay Lightning. Both players will join the Falcons on Saturday as they prepare to host the Providence Bruins at the MassMutual Center, game time being 7:05 PM.
Both players made their NHL debut in Tampa Bay's 6-0 win at Atlanta on Thursday and also appeared in Tampa Bay's 4-1 loss against Ottawa Friday night.
Artyukhin, 22, appeared in 62 games with Springfield in 2004-05, recording nine goals, 19 assists and 142 penalty minutes. A 6-foot-4, 254-pound native of Moscow, Artyukhin was selected in the third round, 94th overall, by the Lightning at the 2001 NHL Entry Draft.
Tarnasky, 20, was selected in the ninth round by the Lightning at the 2003 NHL Entry Draft. The 6-2, 233-pound native of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta appeared in 80 games with Springfield last season, recording seven goals, 10 assists and 176 penalty minutes.
Saturday's game can be heard live on the Falcons Hockey Network, WMAS AM 1450, as "The Voice" of the Falcons John Michael handles the play-by-play duties. Tonight's game can also be seen live through the B-2 Network for only $6.00. Season and group packages are now available, including Flex Packs and our new exclusive Club Seats. For more information, please contact the Falcons team office at (413) 739-3344.
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