Fiddler-Schultz Inks Two-Year Deal with Rochester Americans
June 29, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release
Calgary, AB - Former Hitmen Captain Riley Fiddler-Schultz has signed a two-year deal with the Rochester Americans of the American Hockey League.
Fiddler-Schultz graduated from the Hitmen program after five seasons finishing his last season the team's point leader, posting a career high 75 points (31G,44A) in 64 games. The forward left his mark, being named to the WHL Central Division First All-Star Team and winning the Central Division Humanitarian of the Year.
"I'm very grateful and blessed to have been given this opportunity. It's something that me and my family have put so much work into my whole life and to finally see this result come to pass is very special for all of us." said Fiddler-Schultz. "I'm looking forward to getting into this great organization that has made a lot of positive steps in the last few years and to keep getting closer to my ultimate goal of playing in the NHL."
Fiddler-Schultz was drafted by the Hitmen in round seven of the WHL Prospects draft in 2017 and spent his entire career with the Hitmen. The centreman played 246 regular season games, and 11 post season games with the club registering 78 goals, 113 assists for 191 points. Off the ice, Fiddler-Schultz was a leader in the community spearheading various initiatives including his annual Fiddler-Schultz Fills-A-Ford food drive and Fidd's Friends program.
"This is a great opportunity for Riley to continue his path towards playing in the NHL." said Hitmen General Manager Jeff Chynoweth. "His perseverance, attention to detail and commitment to get better was evident throughout his five years with the Hitmen. Riley epitomizes what it means to be a Calgary Hitmen player both on and off the ice."
Riley Fiddler-Schultz - Centre
HOMETOWN: Sherwood Park, AB DOB: May 13, 2002
HEIGHT: 6'0" WEIGHT: 195 lbs.
SHOOTS: Left
Regular Season Team League GP G A PTS +/- PIM
2022-23 Calgary Hitmen WHL 64 31 44 75 7 57
2021-22 Calgary Hitmen WHL 65 28 41 69 11 56
2020-21 Calgary Hitmen WHL 20 5 10 15 9 17
2019-20 Calgary Hitmen WHL 44 9 10 19 7 26
2018-19 Calgary Hitmen WHL 53 4 7 11 -8 22
Fiddler-Schultz attended the Buffalo Sabres Prospects Challenge in 2021 and was a training camp invitee with the Los Angeles Kings in 2022. His AHL contract will begin with the 2023-24 season.
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