IHL 2 Fort Wayne Komets

Komets add All-Star D-man Lackner

Published on March 2, 2007 under International Hockey League 2 (IHL 2)
Fort Wayne Komets News Release


Fort Wayne, IN --- The Komets announced Friday the trade of center Kelly Miller to the Chicago Hounds for All-Star defenseman Andrew Lackner.

Lackner, 23, skated 4 seasons with Niagara University in the NCAA from 2002-03 to 2005-06 before turning pro this year.

Lackner started 2006-07 with Bloomington and appeared in 40 games scoring 3 goals and 8 points while earning a spot on the UHL's 2007 Western Conference All-Star Team. The rookie defenseman joined Chicago in February and appeared in 13 games with the Hounds passing 9 assists.

Lackner is expected to arrive in Fort Wayne today and will be available for the Komet's home game tomorrow night against the Port Huron Flags at 7:30.

Still plenty of good seats remain on sale for Saturday night's game at the Coliseum Ticket Office and at www.ticketmaster.com.




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