Rampage's Thomas Recalled By Phoenix Coyotes
Published on December 1, 2007 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release
SAN ANTONIO (December 1, 2007) - The Phoenix Coyotes recalled right wing Bill Thomas this morning from the San Antonio Rampage - the Coyotes' top minor league affiliate in the American Hockey League (AHL).
Thomas, 24, has recorded 18 points (9 goals, 9 assists) and 14 penalty minutes (PIM) in 24 games with the Rampage this season. At the time if his recall, he ranked third on the team in goals and points.
The 6-foot-1, 185-pound Thomas registered 14 points (8g, 6a) and 2 PIM in 24 games for the Coyotes last season. He also appeared in 47 games for San Antonio, recording 33 points (13g, 20a) and was selected to play in the AHL All-Star Game but was unable to participate due to a call-up to Phoenix.
Thomas made his NHL debut on Mar. 28, 2006 after signing with the Coyotes as a free agent. The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania native has collected 9-8-17 in 33 career NHL games.
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