Islanders Recall Defenseman Scott Mayfield
January 12, 2017 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release
BRIDGEPORT, Conn.- The New York Islanders announced today defenseman Scott Mayfield has been recalled from the team's American Hockey League affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers. In a related move, the Islanders have placed defenseman Travis Hamonic on the injured reserve.
Mayfield, 24, has played three games with the Islanders this season, recording three points (one goal, two assists), 17 penalty minutes and a plus-4 rating. He scored in a 4-2 win over the New York Rangers on Dec. 6 at Barclays Center. Mayfield has also played 23 games with the Sound Tigers this season, recording six points (three goals, three assists) and 27 penalty minutes.
A native of St. Louis, MO, Mayfield made six appearances with the Islanders last season, notching his first NHL goal on April 9, 2016 against the Buffalo Sabres. He signed a two-year NHL contract with New York on July 13, 2016. Overall, Mayfield has played 14 games with the Islanders and 223 AHL contests with the Sound Tigers. He has recorded 50 points (11 goals, 39 assists) and 411 penalty minutes with Bridgeport.
The 6'5, 218-pound defenseman was originally selected by the Islanders in the second round (34th overall) of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
Next Time Out: The Sound Tigers conclude a five-game road trip tomorrow with a 7:05 p.m. matchup against the Binghamton Senators in Binghamton, N.Y. Fans can follow all of the live action online via AHLlive.com, beginning with the pre-game show at 6:45 p.m.
Military Appreciation Night: The Sound Tigers will honor the heroes of the United States military, both past and present, this Saturday, January 14 at 7 p.m. with Military Appreciation Night presented by the Better Business Bureau. The first 1,500 fans will receive a camouflage bomber hat and the Sound Tigers will wear special edition uniforms during the game, which will be auctioned off to the public. In addition, all active duty personnel and veterans can receive a free ticket to the contest at the Webster Bank Arena Click It or Ticket Box Office by showing a valid I.D.
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.
Executive suites and premium seat packages are also available by calling the team's front office at (203) 345-4841. 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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