Grizzlies sign ECHL All-Star Reimann

Published on October 4, 2005 under ECHL (ECHL)
Utah Grizzlies News Release

West Valley City, Utah - Utah Grizzlies Head Coach Jason Christie today announced the signings of defensemen Tom Reimann (RYE-muhn) and Chris Leinweber (LINE-weh-ber) along with forwards Eric Sonnenberg (SAH-nuhn-buhrg) and Brad Herauf (HIHR-ahf).

Reimann, a third year pro out of Blaine, Minnesota, was voted an ECHL All-Star in 2004, scoring thirty-three points (11 goals, 22 assists) in 43 games with the Greensboro Generals. During the 2000-2001 season, while a sophomore at the University of Maine, he recorded hat tricks as both a forward and a defenseman.

Leinweber spent last season with the Johnstown Chiefs of the ECHL playing in 47 games and tallying 15 points (3 goals, 12 assists). He played collegiate hockey at the University of North Dakota where he was part of the Fighting Sioux' National Championship team in 2000.

Sonnenberg, a cousin of Grizzlies center Louis Dumont, and brother of former Grizzlies forward Martin Sonnenberg played last season in the ECHL, AHL and CHL registering 10 goals and 17 assists in 52 games. Prior to the season, he participated in the reality TV show "Making the Cut."

Herauf makes his ECHL debut in 2005-2006 after two productive seasons in the CHL with the Oklahoma City Blazers. Last season, he ranked fifth on the team with 39 points (22 goals, 17 assists) and first in penalty minutes with 172.

The Grizzlies open training camp Sunday at the Acord Ice Center. Practices are open to the public; visit www.utahgrizzlies.com for times.

Opening night at the E-Center is Friday, October 21 when Utah hosts Las Vegas. Call (801) 988-PUCK for ticket package information.

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