Marlies Assign Defenseman Scott Langdon to Reading
October 10, 2008 - ECHL (ECHL)
Reading Royals News Release
Reading, PA - The Reading Royals of the ECHL, affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs of the National Hockey League and the Toronto Marlies of the American Hockey League, today announced that the Marlies have assigned defenseman Scott Langdon to the Royals. In separate transactions, the Royals also (i) released forward Jason McCrimmon from his ECHL contract with the team; and (ii) released forwards, Charlie Giffin, Vince Laise, and Mike Lombardi from their respective tryout agreements with the team.
Langdon (6'2/195) (23) begins his pro career this season after completing his collegiate career at Niagara University last year. In 101 games over three seasons with the Purple Eagles, Langdon scored six goals, assisted on thirteen others (19 points), and amassed 118 penalty minutes. In his senior season, Langdon and his Niagara teammates won the College Hockey America title and earned a berth in the NCAA Hockey Tournament, where they were knocked out by the top rated Michigan Wolverines in the first round.
The Royals open the 2008-09 regular season against the Elmira Jackals on Friday, October 17, 2008 at First Arena in Elmira, New York. The Royals' home opener is set for Saturday, October 25, 2008, when the Johnstown Chiefs visit the Sovereign Center. Royals' full Season Tickets and Total Choice Flex Plans are now on sale. To obtain more information on becoming a part Royals' hockey, call 610-898-PUCK to speak with Royals' ticket representative or visit the Royals website, www.royalshockey.com.
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