Brittain, Vigier Return to Cyclones

January 9, 2015 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release

CINCINNATI, Ohio - The Cincinnati Cyclones, proud affiliate of the NHL's Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators, announced today that goaltender Sam Brittain has been reassigned to the club by the Panthers while forward Stephan Vigier has been returned from loan to San Antonio.

Brittain, Florida's fourth-round draft pick in 2010, spent this past week with the Panthers as the back-up goaltender. This season for Cincinnati, the 22-year-old has amassed a 6-5-0-1 record with a 2.79 goals-against average. He was named the ECHL Goaltender of the Week for his work from Dec 22-28, when he posted a 1-0 record and a 0.97 GAA.

Vigier (VEE-zhay), the Notre Dame, Manitoba native earned his first-career AHL promotion on December 27 - proceeding to skate in six games for the San Antonio Rampage. During his brief stint at the Triple-A level, the 25-year-old posted a pair of assists and four penalty minutes.

Both Brittain and Vigier will join the Cyclones tonight as they hit the road for a Friday night match-up against the Indy Fuel. The puck drop is set for 7:35pm with pregame coverage on the Cyclones Radio Network beginning at 7:15pm. Fans can also WATCH the game live at the Game Time Sports Bar & Grill in Cheviot.

The Cyclones will be back on the ice at U.S. Bank Arena on Wednesday, January 14 when they play host to the Evansville IceMen! The first 1,000 adults through the gates will receive an exclusive Cyclones t-shirt. Plus, all fans 21+ can enjoy $1 beers all night long! Call 513.421.PUCK to secure your seats and for more details. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook, Twitter (@CincyCyclones), and Instagram!

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