Rita Recalled by Oilers
Published on February 14, 2003 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Hamilton Bulldogs News Release
The Edmonton Oilers, a parent club of the AHL's Hamilton Bulldogs, have recalled left-winger Jani Rita from Hamilton.
Rita, a 21-year-old native of Helsinki, Finland, has played in 50 games with the Bulldogs this season posting 18 goals and 24 assists for 42 points, along with 16 penalty minutes. The 6'1", 206 pound forward has been recalled once already by the Oilers this season, earning one goal in six games. Rita's first NHL goal came against Detroit in Edmonton on January 22nd.
The Bulldogs are in Winnipeg tonight to play the Manitoba Moose in a re-match. Last night the Bulldogs defeated the Moose 4-2 and earned their franchise best 20th road win of the season. Bulldogs fans can listen to Derek Wills call all of tonight's action, beginning with the pre-game show at 8:15 p.m., on 820 CHAM-AM or on-line at www.hamiltonbulldogs.com.
The Hamilton Bulldogs next home action takes place on Sunday, February 16th as the Cleveland Barons visit Copps Coliseum. Game time is 7:30 p.m.
For tickets call the Bulldogs office at (905) 529-8500, visit the Copps Coliseum Box Office, or call Ticketmaster at (905) 527-7666.
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