Blues Assign Tyson Strachan to Peoria
February 22, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Peoria Rivermen News Release
ST. LOUIS (February 22, 2009) - St. Louis Blues President John Davidson announced today the club has assigned defenseman Tyson Strachan from the Blues' American Hockey League affiliate, the Peoria Rivermen.
Strachan, 24, made his NHL debut with the Blues on Dec. 18th at Washington. He has skated in 27 games for the Blues this season, registering three assists and 39 penalty minutes. The 6-1, 212-pound defenseman has played in 28 games for the Rivermen this season, recording four points (two goals, two assists) and 65 penalty minutes.
The Melfort, Saskatchewan native was originally drafted by Carolina in the fifth round, 137th overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.
He expected to join the team in time for their 3:00 p.m. contest against the Quad City Flames at Carver Arena. It will be his first game with the Rivermen since being recalled to St. Louis on Dec. 15.
St. Louis Blues Erik Johnson, the first overall pick in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft, and DJ King will sign autographs from 2-3:00 p.m. and again between periods. Also from 2-3:00p.m., fans can take advantage of $1 hot dogs, cokes and chips as part of the Comcast/Journal Star/Fun on the Run/Coke Family Day. Kids 12 and under can get an upper bowl ticket for just $1 plus there will be inflatable games, balloon art (courtesy of Unique Twist) and face painting. After the game, join the Rivermen players on the ice for a skate. Please bring your own skates if you would like to participate. Tickets are available at the Peoria Civic Center Box Office, by calling (309) 676-1040 or online at www.rivermen.net/tickets.
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