Blues Sign Aaron Palushaj
Published on April 4, 2009 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Peoria Rivermen News Release
ST. LOUIS (April 4, 2009) - St. Louis Blues President John Davidson announced Friday the club has signed forward Aaron Palushaj.
Palushaj (pronounced: pah-LOO-shuh), 19, was drafted in the second round, 44th overall, in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft. A native of Northville, Michigan, Palushaj played in 39 games this season for the University of Michigan and registered 50 points (13 goals, 37 assists).
Last month, Palushaj was named to the All-CCHA first-team. The team is voted by coaches of the Central Collegiate Hockey Association. He will report to Peoria for the rest of the season.
The Rivermen look to lock up a post-season berth tonight as they take on the Quad City Flames at 7:05 p.m. The game will be broadcast live on Hippie 101.1FM as well as online at www.rivermen.net.
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