Mavericks' Wakita Taken off IR, Knowles Placed on IR
March 1, 2011 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
Kansas City Mavericks News Release
INDEPENDENCE, Missouri - Missouri Mavericks' Head Coach Scott Hillman announced Tuesday the Central Hockey League (CHL) club has removed defenseman Mike Wakita from the 10-day injured reserve, and placed forward Derek Knowles onto the 10-day injured reserve.
Wakita has missed the last six games due to injury and hasn't played since February 13. He is expected to be in the Mavericks' lineup tonight when they host the Dayton Gems at Independence Events Center at 7:05 p.m.
The Mavericks then take on the Quad City Mallards in a home-and-home weekend series, starting on Friday night as the two teams face each other at Independence Events Center. Tickets are available for all Mavericks' home games at the Independence Events Center Box Office, by calling (800) 745-3000 or visiting www.TicketMaster.com . Season tickets for the 2011-12 season are on sale now by calling (816) 252-7825.
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