AHL Bridgeport Islanders

Macri Recalled To Bridgeport

Published on December 14, 2004 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Bridgeport Islanders News Release


ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - The Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies of the ECHL, a proud affiliate of the New York Islanders, have announced that defenseman Vince Macri has been recalled to Bridgeport of the American Hockey League. He is the fourth player from Atlantic City to receive a promotion to the AHL this season.

Macri, 23, is tied with Brian Fahey for the scoring lead among Bullies defensemen with four goals and 11 points through 23 games. The Durham, NH native notched the game-tying goal in Saturday's 5-4 overtime loss to the Johnstown Chiefs. Macri was assigned by Bridgeport on October 13.

Macri signed with the New York Islanders on August 30 and participated at training camp with the Sound Tigers after completing a four-year collegiate career at Brown University last season. Macri posted career-highs in 2003-04 with 6 goals and 15 points to co-lead all Bears defensemen in scoring. His 15 points also ranked 14th among all ECAC defensemen. After completing his collegiate career in March, Macri played three games for Bridgeport at the end of the 2004 season and notched 1 assist.

The Bullies battle the Reading Royals at 7:05PM Friday from the Sovereign Center in Reading. Catch all the action beginning at 6:45PM with "Bullies Countdown" on ESPN Radio 1450.

It's your last chance in 2004 to catch the Boardwalk Bullies! Atlantic City hosts intrastate rival Trenton at 2:05PM on Friday, December 31 at Historic Boardwalk Hall. Following the game, join the Bullies and ring in 2005 with a special balloon drop on the main concourse. Each balloon could be filled with a fabulous prize! Also enjoy live music featuring the band Hampton Wick. For more information or to order tickets, call (609) 348-PUCK.

Shut Out by the NHL Lockout? The Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies have a ticket package just for you, the "Hockey Lover". It's our new "Hockey Lovers Package". Enjoy five great games from the best seat in the house for one low price of $50! For more information or to find out how you can order the "Hockey Lovers Package", call (609) 348-7825.

For more information on Vince Macri being recalled to Bridgeport, contact Dan Weiss at (609) 348-7809. For more information on South Jersey's only professional hockey team, visit our website at www.boardwalkbullies.com.

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