Masse Assigned by Montreal; Nailers Trade Tuzzolino
Published on October 27, 2010 under ECHL (ECHL)
Wheeling Nailers News Release
WHEELING, WV - The Wheeling Nailers announced Tuesday, that defenseman Nick Tuzzolino has been traded to the Utah Grizzlies in exchange for cash. Today's trade opens a roster spot for forward Dany Masse, who has been assigned from Hamilton Bulldogs (AHL) by the Montreal Canadiens.
Tuzzolino appeared in three games for the Nailers this season, logging an assist and eight penalty minutes. Last season, he registered 31 points (9 goals, 22 assists) in 70 games played with the Alaska Aces.
Masse joins Wheeling after posting five points in 25 games with Hamilton last season. He has appeared in one game this season with the Bulldogs.
Prior to Hamilton, Masse registered 110 points (44 goals, 66 assists) in 68 regular season games with the Drummondville Voltigeurs (QMJHL) during the 2008-09 season. Masse added 36 points in the 19 playoff games that season, helping Drummondville to clinch its first league championship.
The Nailers next home game is Thursday morning, October 28. Game time is set for 11:05 a.m. at WesBanco Arena. The Nailers are offering a "Businessman's Special," Fans may purchase $10 tickets for any seat in the house for Thursday morning's contest.
The team will face Reading again on Friday night at 7:35 p.m. The first 2,000 thousand fans to walk through the gates will receive a free travel mug courtesy of Main Street Bank. Friday is also a Family 4-pack night; receive 4 tickets, 4 sodas, 4 hotdogs, for just $44! To purchase tickets or Family 4-packs, call 304-234-GOAL, or call 877-NAIL TIX.
UPCOMING PROMOTIONS:
Friday October 29th - Main Street Bank Nailers Mug Giveaway
Saturday November 6th - WTOV Snowbird Bobblehead Giveaway
Thursday November 11th - Dog and Grog Night (Special Drink Considerations) / Military Appreciation Night
Wednesday November 24th - Crystal Farms Food Bank Night / Comcast Blades for Grades
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