Korczak re-assigned to Kelowna
September 18, 2019 - Western Hockey League (WHL) - Kelowna Rockets News Release
Kelowna Rockets defenceman Kaedan Korczak
(Kelowna Rockets, Credit: Marissa Baecker/Kelowna Rockets)
The Vegas Golden Knights announced today that they have re-assigned Rockets defenceman Kaedan Korczak back to Kelowna.
Korczak played in all 68 for the Rockets games last season. He set career highs in assists and points; he had four goals and 29 assists, giving him 33 points.
The Vegas Golden Knights drafted Korczak No. 41 overall during the second round of 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
Nolan Foote is now the lone Rocket away at an NHL training camp, he will make his preseason debut tonight with the Tampa Bay Lightning against the Carolina Hurricanes.
The Rockets will open their Memorial Cup season on Saturday against the Spokane Chiefs. The home opener will also be the Rockets tenth annual Canadian Cancer Society Pink in the Rink game.
Kelowna will wear pink jerseys that feature a special ten-year shoulder patch, they will be up for auction with the money raised going to the CIBC Run for the Cure. Pink glow wristbands will be handed out to fans in attendance and are also encouraged to wear pink to the game. Prizes will be up for grabs for people sporting pink. Tickets are on sale at selectyourtickets.com, at the Prospera Place box office or by phone at 250-762-5050.
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