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ECHL Toledo Walleye

Bowling Green Alum Stays in Northwest Ohio

August 2, 2018 - ECHL (ECHL)
Toledo Walleye News Release


Toledo, OH - Forward Tyler Spezia (SPEE-zhuh) from the Bowling Green Falcons has agreed to terms with the Toledo Walleye for the 2018-19 season.

Spezia joins the Walleye after a stellar career for the Falcons, appearing in 147 games while scoring 34 goals with 38 assists for 72 points and 103 penalty minutes. During his four year career the Clinton Township, Michigan native posted a plus 33. As a senior Assistant Captain, he scored 10 goals (tied for third most on team) with six assists and was named WCHA Player of the Week when he picked up a hat trick plus an assist at Lake Superior State on January 29.

"Tyler brings an exciting skill set to our team for the upcoming season that we will look forward on the ice," said Head Coach Dan Watson. "The experience he gained playing for a terrific program and coach Chris Bergeron will help him make the transition from college to professional hockey."

The 25-year-old forward set a career high as a junior when he collected 30 points (8G, 22A) with 53 penalty minutes and a plus 13. His 22 assists led the Falcons in the 2016-17 season. Twice Spezia was named to the WCHA All-Academic Team for his work in the classroom. Prior to joining Bowling Green, the 5'10", 171 pound forward spent back to back years in the USHL with Dubuque then Youngstown. With the Youngstown Phantoms in 2013-14 he had 73 penalty minutes with 22 points (10G, 12A) in 58 games.

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