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Brule Back in Fold

August 26, 2003 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Hershey Bears News Release


HERSHEY – The HERSHEY BEARS announced today that right wing Steve Brule has signed an American Hockey League contract for the 2003-04 season. Per club policy, terms of the agreement were not disclosed

One of the most durable players in the AHL since 1997-98, Brule suffered the first major injury of his professional career last year when he fractured his leg early in November. In the second half of the season, Brule had more game winning goals than any other BEARS player, finishing the season with 18 goals and 37 points in 48 games. Brule also was HERSHEY'S leading goal scorer in the post-season, scoring four goals in five games in the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

"We're excited about having Steve back with us for 2003-04," said BEARS President/General Manager Doug Yingst. "Our fans had a chance to see what he can do offensively for us in the second half last year, and he should prove to be a big part of our offense this season.

The Bears open up the home portion of the 2003-04 season on Saturday, October 18th against the Bridgeport Sound Tigers at GIANT Center. Season ticket information is available by calling 520-5796. Several different season ticket plans are available. Group ticket information for the October 18th home opener and all Bears home games is available by calling 534-3323. Ticket information is also available for the NHL exhibition game between the Philadelphia Flyers and the New York Islanders on Thursday, October 2nd at GIANT Center. Call the GIANT Center box office for more information at 534-3911.

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