Kuhnhackl Loaned to Bridgeport
October 31, 2018 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. - The New York Islanders announced Wednesday that forward Tom Kuhnhackl has been loaned to the team's American Hockey League affiliate, the Bridgeport Sound Tigers. In addition, goaltender Christopher Gibson has been recalled on emergency conditions.
Kuhnhackl, 26, recorded one goal in four games with the Islanders this season, scoring in Tuesday's 6-3 road win against his former team, the Pittsburgh Penguins. Last year, he notched eight points (two goals, six assists) in 69 games with Pittsburgh during his sixth and final season in the Penguins organization.
A native of Landshut, Germany, Kuhnhackl has 40 points (12 goals, 28 assists) in 172 regular-season NHL games with Pittsburgh, and an additional seven points (three goals, four assists) in 47 Stanley Cup Playoff appearances. He is a two-time Stanley Cup Champion (2016, 2017). In addition, the 6'2, 196-pound forward boasts 59 points (29 goals, 30 assists) in 154 AHL games with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins.
He was initially selected by Pittsburgh in the fourth round (#110 overall) of the 2010 NHL Draft.
Next time Out: The Sound Tigers conclude a three-game road trip on Friday with a 7:05 p.m. matchup against the Springfield Thunderbirds at MassMutual Center. It will be their first of 10 meetings this season. Fans can follow all of the live action via AHLTV and the Sound Tigers Radio Network, beginning with the pre-game show at 6:45 p.m.
Packed Promotional Lineup: In addition to Sunday, Nov. 11, the Sound Tigers will boast one of their most extensive and wide-ranging promotional schedules ever for the 2018-19 season. The fan-friendly calendar includes the return of popular themes like Hockey and Hops (Nov. 23 and Mar. 17), Military Appreciation (Jan. 12), Star Wars Night (Jan. 19) and Princess Night (Mar. 30). Regional hockey fans will be elated for the addition of Hockey Weekend in Connecticut (Feb. 23-24), while other new headliners include a Peppa Pig and PJ Masks meet-and-greet (Nov. 4), Wizards and Warlocks Night (Nov. 11), Holiday Gift Weekend (Dec. 15-16) and a revamped Teddy Bear Toss (Nov. 23). View the full 2018-19 promotional schedule.
For additional details or to reserve a group outing for any giveaway or theme night, please call the Sound Tigers' front office at (203) 345-2300 ext 7.
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