Robert Nilsson reassigned by Edmonton
Published on March 23, 2007 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News Release
WILKES-BARRE, PA - The Edmonton Oilers have reassigned forward Robert Nilsson to the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, it was announced on Friday.
Nilsson was acquired by the Oilers from the New York Islanders, along with Ryan O'Mara and a first round choice in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft, for Ryan Smyth on February 27. He was subsequently assigned to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, where he recorded 10 points (1+9) in seven games with the Penguins before being recalled by Edmonton on March 14.
In four games with the Oilers, Nilsson recorded one goal, four penalty minutes and a minus-1 rating.
Nilsson has combined for 56 points (13+43) in 57 games with the Bridgeport Sound Tigers and Penguins this season, and is sixth in the AHL in assists.
The 5'11", 185 pound forward made his professional debut in 2005-06, splitting the season between the Islanders and Bridgeport. He scored 20 points (6+14) with 26 PIM in 53 games with New York in his NHL rookie season, and 28 points (8+20) in 29 games with Bridgeport.
The 22-year-old played three seasons in Europe with Leksands, Hammarby and Djurgardens IF in Sweden, and Fribourg-Gotteronn of Switzerland. He was selected with the 15th overall pick in the 2003 Entry Draft by the Islanders.
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