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Generals Add Three More

September 26, 2002 - ECHL (ECHL)
Greensboro Generals News Release


Greensboro, NC — Just one day following the signing of four players to tryout agreements, the Greensboro Generals of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) have added four more players to the fold. The most recognizable player, defenseman Juraj (YUR-i) Slovak, who played for the Generals from 1999 – 2001, is also the only player signed to a contract. The Generals have also signed forwards Dalen Hrooshkin and John Floros to tryout agreements. This brings the Generals roster to 20 players, with camp just four days away.

Slovak spent his first two years as a pro with Greensboro, posting 18 points (6g, 12a) and 129 penalty minutes in 117 games. The 23-year old is currently third on the Generals in all time games played with the franchise. The 6'0", 205-pound defensive-oriented defenseman split last year between the ECHL's Jackson Bandits and the Colorado Gold Kings of the West Coast Hockey League, scoring a combined eight points (2g, 6a) in 53 games.

Hrooshkin, 24, didn't play last year, but he has plenty of experience. The speedy forward has played 189 games as a pro, scoring 26 goals and 49 assists for 75 points.

Floros is one of only two rookies currently in camp, along with Matt Chandler. The Scarborough, Ontario native has played the last two seasons with the Greece National Team.

The start of training camp for the Generals is Monday, September 30 at 9:00 a.m. at the IceHouse. Greensboro's season opener is slated for Friday, October 11 at 7:30 at the Lexington Men O'War. The Generals' home opener is Friday, October 25 at 7:30 against the Reading Royals. Opening night is Hooters Magnetic Schedule Night, with the first 2,000 fans entering the building receiving a Generals 2002-2003 schedule. The Generals are currently selling season tickets for all 36 home games for as low as $255.00 for goal view seats. Anyone purchasing season tickets will receive a season parking pass absolutely free while supplies last. Fans can receive season ticket and other information by clicking on the Generals new team website, www.greensborogenerals.com.

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