Flames Acquire Forward Rene Bourque
Published on July 1, 2008 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Abbotsford Heat News Release
FLAMES ACQUIRE FORWARD RENE BOURQUE FROM CHICAGO IN EXCHANGE FOR A CONDITIONAL DRAFT CHOICE
For Immediate Release
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Calgary, AB - Calgary Flames General Manager Darryl Sutter announced today the acquisition of left wing Rene Bourque from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a conditional second round draft choice.
"Rene is a young player with size who will play in our top nine forwards," said Sutter. "He will be an important part of the remaking of our left side along with other young players already under contract."
Bourque, a native of Lac La Biche, AB, completed his third season with the Blackhawks in 07-08, recording 24 points from 10 goals and 14 assists. The 6'3", 213lb winger has notched 75 points in 183 career NHL games. Bourque was originally signed as a free agent by Chicago on July 29, 2004 following a four year career with the University of Wisconsin (WCHA). He played his first year of professional hockey in 04-05 with Chicago's AHL affiliate in Norfolk where he established team highs in goals (33), assists (27) and points (60). For his efforts, Bourque was named to the AHL All-Star Game and was the recipient of the Dudley "Red" Garrett Memorial Award as the AHL's most outstanding rookie.
RENE BOURQUE - LEFT WING BORN: Lac La Biche, AB (December 10, 1981) SHOOTS: Left HEIGHT: 6'2" WEIGHT: 213 lbs.
ACQUIRED: Trade with Chicago for a conditional second round draft choice on July 1, 2008.
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