Langdon Named Captain, D. Ouellet Alternate, Tam Returns
February 11, 2013 - ECHL (ECHL)
San Francisco Bulls News Release
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - The San Francisco Bulls Professional Hockey Team, proud affiliate of the San Jose Sharks, announced today that Scott Langdon has been named the second captain in team history. Dean Ouellet was added as an alternate captain, joining Hans Benson and Jordan Morrison. In addition, Mikael Tam has been loaned to the Bulls by their AHL affiliate, the Worcester Sharks. It is the fourth time Tam has been loaned to the Bulls. He will join the team in Idaho.
"Scott has exemplified leadership skills on the ice since he arrived at Training Camp," said SF Bulls President/Head Coach Pat Curcio. "He has grown as a leader in the locker room throughout the season, and all of the players in the room respect him. Dean has matured in his first year at a rapid pace and is well-deserving of an 'A' in his rookie season."
Langdon, 28, is in his fifth season of professional hockey. He was serving as the Bulls' alternate captain, while Justin Bowers was captain. Langdon leads all Bulls players with a +12 rating. He ranks second on the team 105 penalty minutes. The Ancaster, Ontario native has also collected 10 points (1 goal, 9 assists) in 44 games this season.
Ouellet, 25, is in his rookie season. He is tied for the team lead with 23 goals and ranks second with 41 points. Ouellet ranks first among all ECHL rookies in goals and second in points. The Edmunston, New Brunswick native was the Bulls' representative at the ECHL All-Star Game in January.
Tam, 21, has played in 16 games with the Bulls, recording six points (1 goal, 5 assists). His first career goal came at HP Pavilion on December 17, when the Bulls hosted the Stockton Thunder. Tam also has played in 19 games for Worcester this season, collecting one assist and 31 penalty minutes.
The Bulls will travel to Idaho to take on the Steelheads on Tuesday and Wednesday. The puck drops at 6:10 pm on both nights. Follow along on KNBR.com - dd and AmericaOneSports.com - ba . The Bulls will return home next Sunday to take on the Stockton Thunder at 2:15. The next home game will be Pucks and Paws day at the Cow Palace. Bring your dog to the game, and the first 500 fans will receive a pet bowl. You MUST call the Bulls office at 855-SF-BULLS ahead of time to bring your dog to the game. In honor of Hockey Across America Week, all fans can shoot on the Bulls goal following the game.
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