Bishop Recalled to Hamilton
Published on November 26, 2010 under ECHL (ECHL)
Wheeling Nailers News Release
WHEELING, WV ¬" The Wheeling Nailers announced Friday that forward Hunter Bishop has been reassigned to the Hamilton Bulldogs of the American Hockey League by the Montreal Canadians.
Bishop registered five points (2g, 3a) in nine games played this season with the Nailers. Prior to Wheeling, he spent the past two seasons as a standout player at Ohio State University. In two seasons with the Buckeyes, Bishop registered 58 points (29 goals and 29 assists). He appeared in nine games with Hamilton last spring and scored two goals and three assists.
The 6-0, 195-pound forward led the Vernon Vipers (BCHL) in scoring during the 2007-2008 season amassing 97 points in just 60 games played. Bishop was signed as a free agent by the Montreal Canadiens on March 19, 2010.
The Nailers also announced earlier this week that defenseman Alan Dorich has been released by the team. Dorich appeared in two games for Wheeling this season posting an assist and four penalty minutes.
The Wheeling Nailers play host to the Kalamazoo Wings on Saturday at 7:35 p.m. The first 1,000 kids to walk through the gates will receive a free WesBanco ski cap! On Sunday, the Nailers battle the Greenville Road Warriors. There will be a post game skate with the players, and Bugs Bunny will be on hand to entertain the kids! Game time is set for 7:05 p.m.
Fans may purchase tickets for both games for a great price of $25! To take advantage of this great offer, or to purchase tickets call (304) 234-GOAL, or 877-NAIL-TIX.
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