Graham Reassigned by Islanders to ECHL Missouri
October 14, 2016 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - The Bridgeport Sound Tigers announced today defenseman Jesse Graham has been reassigned by the New York Islanders to the ECHL's Missouri Mavericks.
Graham, 22, played 52 games with the Sound Tigers last season, recording a career-high five goals along with 12 assists, 17 points and 34 penalty minutes. In addition, the third-year pro notched nine assists in 11 regular-season games with Missouri and also played nine playoff games with the Mavericks.
A native of Oshawa, Ontario, Graham has made 98 appearances with the Sound Tigers since his professional debut on April 5, 2014, totaling nine goals and 31 assists for 40 points. He has also played 34 ECHL games between Florida and Missouri, notching one goal and 22 assists for 23 points.
The 6'0, 185-pound defenseman was originally selected in the sixth round (155th overall) by the Islanders in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft.
Opening Night: The Sound Tigers celebrate the start of a new season tomorrow night by giving away free magnet schedules to the first 2,000 fans presented by the CT Department of Transportation. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the puck drops at 7 p.m. against the Providence Bruins at Webster Bank Arena. Make it a family night and enjoy the Kid Zone on the Plaza presented by Big Y. In addition, receive $5.00 off your game ticket at the box office when showing your AAA Membership Card before October 14 at 5 p.m.
Storm Team Mascot Garden Gnome Giveaway: Be one of the first 2,000 fans on Saturday, October 29 and receive a free Storm garden gnome courtesy of Buckle Up Connecticut. Plus, receive $2.00 off your game ticket at the box office when you show your AAA Membership Card.
For additional details or to reserve seats for any of the 2016-17 giveaway and theme nights, please call the Sound Tigers' front office at (203) 345-2300. If you are interested in group outings with your friends, family, co-workers, or clients an unforgettable experience at a discounted rate, call the group sales hotline at (203) 345-2300 Ext. 7.
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