Milan Kytnar Makes NHL Debut with Edmonton

Published on January 12, 2012 under ECHL (ECHL)
Stockton Thunder News Release


STOCKTON, Calif. - Center Milan Kytnar, who has appeared in 14 games with the Stockton Thunder this season, made his National Hockey League debut with the Edmonton Oilers tonight against the New Jersey Devils and registered a shot on goal and two takeaways at Rexall Place in Edmonton.

Kytnar, 22, became the eighth player to make his NHL debut after suiting up for the Thunder and accomplished the feat before a national TV audience on TSN. He was originally selected by Edmonton in the fifth round (127th overall) of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

This season, Kytnar has eight points (5g-3a) and a +4 rating in 14 games with the Thunder. He has also appeared in 85 career American Hockey League games with the Oklahoma City Barons, scoring 30 points (13g-17a) while notching a +2 rating.

The native of Topolcany, Slovakia suited up in 172 career junior games with Kelowna, Saskatoon and Vancouver of the Western Hockey League, scoring 126 points (50g-76a) while totaling 197 penalty minutes and a +28 rating.

Stockton is serving as the AA minor-league affiliate for Oilers and San Jose Sharks prospects and is in its sixth season as an affiliate of the Oilers. Since the Thunder and Oilers began their partnership in 2006-07, the Thunder has advanced to the Kelly Cup Playoffs five consecutive years and seven other former Thunder players - right wing Troy Bodie, goaltender Devan Dubnyk, right wing Colin McDonald, center Ryan O'Marra, center Tim Sestito, left wing Liam Reddox and defenseman Bryan Young - have gone on to play in the NHL.

The Thunder have frozen most Season Ticket prices for the 2011-12 season, which are on sale now and can be purchased by calling (209) 373-1500 or by visiting www.stocktonthunder.com. Thunder Season Ticket Holders enjoy the highest-demanded seating locations in Stockton Arena, benefits including admission to Season Ticket Holder-only events, discount opportunities on Thunder merchandise, a free e-newsletter, an exclusive gift, admission to the first two rounds of the Kelly Cup Playoffs and more.

For more information about tickets, merchandise, or other inquiries contact the Stockton Thunder offices at (209) 373-1500 or visit http://www.stocktonthunder.com/.

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