Flames Re-Sign Defenseman Jim Vandermeer

Published on July 2, 2008 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Abbotsford Heat News Release


Calgary, AB - Calgary Flames General Manager Darryl Sutter announced today the re-signing of defenseman Jim Vandermeer and the signing of free agent forward Peter Vandermeer.

"Jim is a young defenseman who fits in very well with our group and brings us the element of toughness that is important for our team," said Sutter. "He is clearly a player who plays in our top six. Jim gives us five defensemen still on the up swing and we know we have them for the next 3-5 years."

Vandermeer, a native of Caroline, Alberta is a veteran of 267 NHL games split between Philadelphia, Chicago, and Calgary. After coming to Calgary last season, Vandermeer played in 21 games for the Flames recording two assists along with 39 minutes in penalties.

Prior to turning pro, Vandermeer played four seasons of junior with the Red Deer Rebels of the Western Hockey League. In his final season (2000-01), Vandermeer was the captain of the Rebels team that won the Memorial Cup.

JIM VANDERMEER - DEFENSE BORN: Caroline, AB (February 21, 1980) SHOOTS: Left HEIGHT: 6'1" WEIGHT: 208 lbs.

ACQUIRED: Traded from Philadelphia on February 20, 2008 in exchange for a 3rd round draft pick (2009)

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