Phantoms Acquire "Swiss Army Knife" Power Forward from Madison
June 5, 2023 - United States Hockey League (USHL)
Youngstown Phantoms News Release
Forward Nathan Lewis with the Madison Capitols
(Youngstown Phantoms, Credit: Rosenau Photography)
YOUNGSTOWN, OH - The Youngstown Phantoms have acquired USHL veteran Nathan Lewis from the Madison Capitols. In the deal, the Phantoms also acquired a 2024 7th round Phase I draft pick in exchange for a 2024 Phase I 3rd, a 2024 Phase II 2nd, and a 2025 Phase II 3rd round pick.
Lewis, who hails from Chicago, Illinois spent the past two seasons in Madison playing for the Capitols. Last season, Lewis led the Capitols in scoring with 11 goals and 28 assists for 39 points along with 78 penalty minutes. At 6'6" and 209 pounds, Lewis is one of the biggest players in the United States Hockey League.
Phantoms Co-GM Jason Deskins stated, "First and foremost, we would like to welcome Nathan to Youngstown. To acquire a player of his ability is exciting for our program, our fans, and our community. I have known Nathan for several years and have had the opportunity to watch him grow as a player. Nathan is a "Swiss Army knife". He can score, pass, play on the power play, and kill penalties. Nathan is a game changer for us that we fully expect to fill the large void left with Shane Lachance's departure for Boston University. We couldn't be happier to bring Nathan to the Phantoms and are anxious to see him with the Phantoms logo on during our quest for another Clark Cup."
Phantoms Head Coach Ryan Ward had this to add: I've had the firsthand opportunity to witness the impact that Nathan Lewis brings to a game. He is someone that is extremely hard to play against, he is a matchup nightmare due to his size, skill, and hockey IQ. Every time he touches the ice, good things happen. Whether it's making a play with the puck, finishing a check, or scoring a goal, he is dangerous. The most exciting part is his competitiveness as he plays to the Phantoms identity. The fans in Youngstown are going to love seeing Nathan Lewis in the Phantom black, purple and orange.
Lewis stated "I was beyond happy when I found out I was heading to Youngstown. I am very fortunate to be heading to a team with a great culture that plays a competitive, skilled, and honest game. They have great coaches, a great core of returning players, and the best fans in the USHL. Really hoping to be a part of bringing home another Clark Cup to Youngstown."
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 Forward Nathan Lewis with the Madison Capitols (Rosenau Photography) |
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