WHL Calgary Hitmen

Hitmen Name Ryan Getzlaf as Team Captain

Published on September 22, 2004 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Calgary Hitmen News Release


Hitmen GM and Head Coach Kelly Kisio announced today Forward Ryan Getzlaf has been named the Captain of the 2004-2005 Calgary Hitmen. Getzlaf is entering his 4th full season with the Hitmen. The Regina, Saskatchewan native recently signed an NHL contract with the Anaheim Mighty Ducks.

"I believe Ryan has all the characteristics of a strong leader. Along with his experience on the Canadian Junior team and Anaheim's NHL camp, his maturity and dedication to the team will be a positive influence his teammates" noted Kisio.

Andrew Ladd, Darryl Yacboski, and Brett O'Malley were also today named as Assistant Captains.

Former Hitmen Captains

Year Captain

2003-2004 Patrick Wellar

2002-2003 Wade Davis/Patrick Wellar

2001-2002 Rod Sarich

2000-2001 Kris Beech

1999-2000 Brad Moran

1998-1999 Ryan Shannon

1997-1998 Ryan Shannon

1997-1999 Jeremy Schaefer

1995-1996 Derek Wood

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