Flyers Sign Zolnierczyk
March 8, 2011 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release
The Philadelphia Flyers announced today that they have signed free agent forward Harry Zolnierczyk (ZOHL-ner-chuk) from Brown University to an entry-level contract that will begin at the start of the 2011-12 season, according to General Manager Paul Holmgren.
He will be joining the Phantoms this week on an Amateur Tryout Agreement (ATO) and will be eligible to make his professional debut. Zolnierczyk will be wearing #24 with the Phantoms.
Zolnierczyk, 23 (9/1/87), recently completed a four-year career at Brown. He was the captain of the Bears in his senior season and was named Ivy League Player of the Year, while also earning ECAC Player of the Week honors twice this season. Over the course of 30 games, Zolnierczyk posted 16 goals and 15 assists for 31 points, which led the team in goals and tied for the team lead in overall scoring.
In 114 career games over his four seasons at Brown, Zolnierczyk recorded 30 goals and 39 assists for 69 points, along with 238 penalty minutes.
UPCOMING GAMES
Saturday, March 12, 4:30 p.m. - Adirondack Hockey Hall of Fame Reception, Dinner and Induction ceremony at Heritage Hall. Appearing will be Adirondack hockey greats Hugo Belanger, Jody Gage and Barry Melrose. Tickets for the dinner are $30 or get a table of 10 for $250.
Saturday, March 12, 7:00 p.m. - Hershey Bears at Adirondack Phantoms - Adirondack Hockey Hall of Fame Night sponsored by Glens Falls National Bank and Trust Company. Honoring Hugo Belanger, Jody Gage and Barry Melrose. All three will be attending on a very special night. Phantoms wearing special AHL 75th Anniversary commemorative jerseys.
Sunday, March 13, 3:00 p.m. - Adirondack Phantoms at Springfield Falcons
Wednesday, March 16, 7:00 p.m. - Binghamton Senators at Adirondack Phantoms - Check it Out Night. Ticket Discounts with your library card.
Join us at the Glens Falls Civic Center for exciting Adirondack Phantoms hockey, the top affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers.
Discount rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Save off the individual ticket price by asking the Phantoms about their great group rate packages and flex-packs.
Come watch future NHL stars and up-and-coming Flyers prospects. Get your tickets at the Phantoms office inside the Glens Falls Civic Center, online at ticketmaster.com, or by calling the Phantoms at 518-480-3355.
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