Generals Claim Right Wing Pete Gardiner off Waivers from Roanoke Express

Published on October 8, 2002 under ECHL (ECHL)
Greensboro Generals News Release


Greensboro, NC — The Greensboro Generals of the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) have announced they have claimed right wing Pete Gardiner off waivers from the Roanoke Express. Gardiner has already agreed to contract terms with the Generals, and will be in the lineup on opening night at the Lexington Men O'War this Friday night at 7:30.

Gardiner, 25, spent the last two seasons with Roanoke, scoring 38 points (18g, 20a) in 67 games last year following a 34-point rookie campaign. Standing at an impressive 6'5" and 220 pounds, Gardiner will add a tremendous amount of size to the lineup as well. His size benefited him most on the power play, with half of his tallies coming with the man advantage last year. Gardiner is a former fifth-round pick of the Chicago Blackhawks in 1997.

The Generals' opening night roster will be released on Wednesday in preparation for Friday's season opener.

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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