USHL Madison Capitols

Capitols Acquire F Godbout from Steel

Published on January 7, 2016 under United States Hockey League (USHL)
Madison Capitols News Release


Madison, WI - The Madison Capitols announced a trade on Thursday morning, as the team acquired forward Marcel Godbout (Detroit, Mich.) from the Chicago Steel in exchange for forward Haralds Egle.

Godbout, 19, joins the Capitols following stints in the USHL with the Des Moines Buccaneers, Waterloo Black Hawks, and Chicago Steel. The veteran of 143 USHL games has had a strong campaign this season as the Steel's captain, registering 11 goals thus far. He has scored in each of the three meetings between the Capitols and Steel.

Egle, 19, goes out as the Capitols' all time leading scorer with 62 points through his 78-game Capitols career. He tallied 21 goals while adding 41 assists over that span.

The Capitols return home to start a seven-game homestand on Jan. 8 at 7:05 p.m. against the Sioux City Musketeers for New Year's Resolution/Fitness night! Local gyms and health clubs will be on hand to help fans spring into the New Year on the right foot! Tickets for all Capitols home games are available by calling (608) 257-CAPS (2277) or by visiting www.MadCapsHockey.com.

The following night, Saturday, Jan. 9 at 7:05 p.m., the Capitols will host the Youngstown Phantoms on "Be The Miracle" night. Madison will wear specialty "Miracle on Ice" inspired jerseys on a night where the Capitols will honor the late Bob Suter and recognize local miracle workers around Madison.

In Suter's memory, the night will be "all about the kids", as children 12-and-under can receive a free ticket to the game with the purchase of an adult ticket at the promotional cost of $10-$12. The offer is good through 1 p.m. on Jan. 9.

For more information on the "Be The Miracle" night, visit http://bit.ly/CapsBeTheMiracleSpecial or log onto www.madcapshockey.com. Alternatively, tickets can be purchased by calling (608) 257-CAPS (2277).

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