Checkers Smith Loaned To Providence
Published on December 16, 2007 under ECHL (ECHL)
Charlotte Checkers News Release
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Charlotte Checkers have loaned defenseman, Kenny Smith to the Providence Bruins of the American Hockey League for the second time this season.
Smith, 6'2, 210 pounds, has played in 19 games for the Checkers this season registering one goal, two assists for three points with 38 penalty minutes. The Stoneham, Mass. native dressed in 64 games for the Checkers last season while spending time with both Providence and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). Previously this season, he dressed in two games with the Bruins but didn't register a point.
Smith was drafted by the Edmonton Oilers in the third round of the 2001 National Hockey League Entry Draft.
The Checkers began their 15th season of play as a member of the ECHL. The next home game takes place on Dec. 18 against the Pensacola Ice Pilots. In the team's 14-year history, the Checkers have made the playoffs 10 times including three consecutive playoff appearances to date. The Checkers will enter their third season of play at St. Lawrence Homes Home Ice at Charlotte Bobcats Arena this fall. Season tickets are on sale now with full-season packages starting at just $399. The Checkers are accepting deposits on all ticket packages. For season ticket information, please call 704-342-4-ICE or visit www.gocheckers.com.
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