Falcons Forward Earns Contract
November 28, 2005 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Springfield Falcons News Release
Springfield, MA - The Springfield Falcons, proud members of the American Hockey League, announced today that they have signed left wing David Spina to an American Hockey League contract. Spina joined the Falcons on November 16 after originally signing a PTO contract.
"You put players on Professional Try-out Agreements to give them the opportunity to show that they deserve a commitment for the balance of the season," said Falcons President and General Manager Bruce Landon. "Dave came here and provided us with additional speed and scoring punch which in today's game is so important. We fully expect Dave to continue to contribute to this team and are pleased he has accepted a contract for the balance of the year. He has certainly earned it."
Spina has played in seven games for the Falcons this year collecting four goals and one assist for five points, including goals in four straight games. Prior to joining the Falcons, Spina played in 11 games for the South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL this season recording a team leading seven goals. The 5-foot-10, 185-pound native of Mesa, Arizona also led South Carolina in power play goals this season with four prior to his arrival in Springfield.
Spina is in his first full season of professional hockey after spending four seasons with the Boston College Eagles from 2001-2005. In 138 career games with the Eagles, he registered 49 goals and 54 assists for 103 points. Spina made his professional debut last season playing in nine games with the Utah Grizzlies (AHL).
The Falcons return to action on Friday, December 2 when they travel to Providence to take on the Bruins. Springfield will head to Manchester on Saturday, December 3 before returning home on Sunday, December 4 to host the Albany River Rats at the MassMutual Center. All three games can be heard live on the Falcons Hockey Network, WMAS AM 1450, as "The Voice" of the Falcons John Michael handles the play-by-play duties. All games can also be seen live through the B-2 Network for only $6.00.
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