Express Acquire Dennis McCauley from Reading
March 6, 2012 - ECHL (ECHL)
Chicago Express News Release
Hoffman Estates, IL - The Chicago Express, proud member of the ECHL and proud affiliate of the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets, announced today that they have acquired LW Dennis McCauley from the Reading Royals in exchange for the rights to D Drew Paris.
McCauley, 26, has played in 43 games with the Reading Royals this season, collecting 11 goals and 11 assists for 22 points along with a plus-2 plus/minus rating. He has also picked up 88 PIM. The 6-3, 225 pound left winger is in his third professional season, and first in the ECHL. Last season, McCauley appeared in 73 games with the Portland Pirates (AHL) where he tallied 33 points on 12 goals and 21 assists. His 114 PIM were good enough for second on the Pirates and he was also in the top-10 on the club in goals, assists, and points. He began his professional career in 2009-10, playing in 45 games for the Worcester Sharks (AHL) with 10 goals and four assists for 14 points along with 84 PIM.
Prior to turning pro, McCauley spent four seasons at Northeastern University (NCAA). The Billerica, MA, native finished his four year college career with 266 PIM and 45 points (22g, 23a) in 129 games. He had back-to-back 14 point seasons in his rookie and sophomore seasons. McCauley also skated two seasons in the USHL, both with the Sioux City Musketeers. His second season with Sioux City, in 2004-05, he racked up 236 PIM, 18 goals, and 21 assists in 54 games. With Sioux City in 2003-04, he led the USHL in PIM with 176 PIM.
"Dennis McCauley is a big strong power forward who can score and work the corners," said head coach Steve Martinson. "He came highly recommended by Kevin Dineen."
Drew Paris had spent much of the season in the AHL with the Toronto Marlies. He played in 13 games with the Chicago Express, scoring three goals and adding three assists for six points.
Chicago hits the road for the next two games, as they battle the Kalamazoo Wings at Wings Stadium on Friday, March 9, and Saturday, March 10. Chicago then returns home to take on the Nailers once again on Wednesday, March 14. The homestand continues against Toledo on Friday, March 16, and against the Trenton Titans on Saturday, March 17, and Sunday, March 18. Friday night is a Dollar Friday at the Sears Centre Arena, while on Saturday the Express will have St. Patrick's Day Festivities, including a game-worn-jersey auction after the game. Following Sunday's game, all fans are invited to skate with the team for free after the contest. To get tickets to any of those games, call the Express at 224-220-1333.
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