Roster Set for Annual Alumni Game this Saturday
Published on March 7, 2013 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Wichita Thunder News Release
Wichita, KS (March 7th) - For the past few seasons, Wichita Thunder Alumni join together for one night to pay tribute to the fans. Today, the Wichita Thunder announced the roster for the Alumni team that will face a group of All-Stars from the men's league before Saturday's meeting against the Tulsa Oilers.
Highlighting the group will be Joe Blaznek and Ryan McLean, who will drop the ceremonial face-off later that night. Blaznek spent four seasons in Wichita from 2003-07. His best year was 2005-06 when he racked up 100 points (44g, 56a). Blaznek ranks fourth in Thunder history in points (249), goals (117), power play goals (41), third in shorthanded goals (15) game-winning goals (30). The Detriot, Michigan native earned the nickname Smokin' Joe for his rocket slap shot. He went on to play three seasons with Bossier-Shreveport and finished his career in Quad City before hanging up the skates in 2010-11.
McLean played five season in Wichita, collecting at least 170 penalty minutes each year. He is the all-time leader in penalty minutes in Thunder history (1,094) and fourth all-time in games played (297), playing from 2002-07. The Brandon, Manitoba native had 31 points (15g, 16a) in 2005-06, which was his best statistical season.
Doors to INTRUST Bank Arena will open at 2 p.m. as the Junior Thunder host the Junior Oilers at 2:15 p.m. The Alumni game will follow at 5:15 p.m. Tickets to the Thunder game that evening against Tulsa will allow the fans to enjoy all three events.
Thunder Alumni Roster
Joe Blaznek, F
Rob Boyle, D
Jerod Bina, F
Jason Duda, F
Brad Link, G
Steve Magnusson, F
Ryan McLean, F
Thomas Migdal, F
Greg Neish, D
Sean O'Reilly, D
Kevin St. Pierre, G
Tom Roulston, F
Scott Roulston, F
Scott Rozendal, F
Rob Weingartner, F
WAHL All-Star Roster
Robert Caron, D
Henri St. Arnault, F
Jeff Cline, F
Taylor Walters, F
Scott McNally, D
Tony Zubriski, D
Paul Bammel, D
Mitch Kolbeck, F
Jason Mals, F
Adam Smith, F
Brendan Oleson, F
Jason Schawe, F
Cody Anders, F
Clint Jackson, D
Kevin Stolzheise, G
Ken Gromala, G
Mike Ozowski, G
Trevor Anderson, F
Billy Walsh, D
Matt Guerra, F
Wichita returns home on March 8th and 9th for a pair of home games. Friday night is Team Photo Night and Saturday Night is Alumni Night with the Thunder Alumni playing against the Men's League All-Stars before the game. For tickets, call 755-SEAT, visit the INTRUST Bank Arena box office or online at www.selectaseat.com .
Wichita Thunder playoff packages are on sale now. There are many ways to get involved, so be a part of the Blue Revolution and the Thunder's quest for a CHL Title. Contact the Wichita Thunder Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at (316) 264-4625 or visit the fan relations table behind section 120 at any Wichita Thunder home game for more information. Join the Blue Revolution today!
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