Just In Time, Todd Arrives In Mew Mexico

February 8, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL) News Release

[ RIO RANCHO, N.M.]-Scorpions head coach Randy Murphy has signed forward Justin Todd to the roster. Todd arrives in town on Friday and is expected to be in uniform when the Scorps host Corpus Christi.

Todd, 23, has spent most of his rookie season with the Indiana Ice Miners of the Mid-Atlantic Hockey League. He also had a stint in the ECHL with the Elmira Jackals. Overall he has played in 25 games, scoring 38 points (22G, 16) and amassing 38 penalty minutes.

"Justin is a high energy guy who comes highly recommended," said Murphy. "He has shown solid play in his rookie season and we think he deserves a chance at this level of pro hockey."

Prior to turning pro, Todd played for two seasons at Lebanon Valley College. The Edmonton, Alberta native played in 48 games scoring 41 points (23G, 18A) along with collecting 195 penalty minutes.

Friday night pack your bags and take them to the Santa Ana Star Center with you. One lucky winner will be selected for a weekend stay at the luxurious Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa. Only those who bring a suitcase with them to the game will have a chance to register and win the getaway. Transportation to the resort will be provided by New MexiTour Transportation.

Saturday the Corpus Christi Rayz will be back at the Santa Ana Star Center. The first 1,500 fans inside the gate will get a Stanley bobble head, courtesy of the City of Rio Rancho. Both games this weekend start at 7:15 p.m.

Take advantage of the Scorpions "All You Can Eat Weekend Special." Eat all the hot dogs, sodas, nachos and popcorn you want while sitting in a corner seat for only $20. Call the Scorpions' office at (505) 881-PUCK (7825) or visit www.scorpionshockey.com to find out how you can be a part of Real Hockey, Rio Entertainment. You don't want to miss your chance to watch the Scorpions drive toward the Ray Miron President's Cup.

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