Forward Mike York Undergoes Successful Knee Surgery

Published on January 21, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Rochester Americans News Release

(Rochester, NY)... Rochester Americans Vice President of Hockey Operations Ted Nolan announced today that veteran forward *Mike York *underwent successful knee surgery and is expected to make a full return to the lineup in three to four weeks.

"Mike has been dealing with knee issues all season long and it has come to a point where he could not skate on it," said Nolan. "We as an organization felt his best option was to undergo surgery in order to fix the problem and we expect him to make an immediate return in three to four weeks time. We are looking forward to his speedy recovery and helping us down the stretch," added Nolan.

York, 32, who had his knee scoped to remove several pieces of scar tissue and debris, has been out of the lineup since December 5th. A veteran of 579 National Hockey League games, the 12-year pro has registered five goals and 14 assists for 19 points in 22 games with the Amerks this season. A native of Waterford, Michigan, York has skated in 731 professional games, compiling 465 points (161+304) and 246 penalty minutes. The 5-foot-10, 185-pound forward was the New York Rangers' sixth-round selection (136th overall) in the 1997 NHL Entry Draft.

Rochester kicks off its four-game homestand on Friday, January 22nd as the North Division leading Hamilton Bulldogs make their way to The Blue Cross Arena. The 7:05 p.m. contest will be broadcast live on SportsRadio 1280 WHTK and FM 107.3, Rochester's Sports Talk. The game will also be televised live on Time Warner Cable SportsNet Channel 26.

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