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San Antonio Recalls McFarland and O'Hanley

January 16, 2013 - ECHL (ECHL)
Cincinnati Cyclones News Release


CINCINNATI, Ohio - The Cincinnati Cyclones, proud affiliate of the NHL's Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators announced today that the San Antonio Rampage of the American Hockey League has recalled forward John McFarland and defenseman Brian O'Hanley. In a separate transaction, the Cyclones have signed defenseman Jeff Winchester.

McFarland, Florida's second round pick in 2010, has been one of Cincinnati's most dangerous offensive weapons this season. In 23 games with the Cyclones, he posted 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) and seven multi-point efforts. He notched his first professional hat trick on November 30 vs. Evansville, as part of a four-point night.

O'Hanley returns to the AHL, where he spent the bulk of last season as a member of the Worcester Sharks. Now in his fifth-year of pro hockey, the Quincy, Massachusetts native has amassed 20 points (2 goals, 18 assists) in 37 games with the Cyclones so far in 2012-13. He played in his 300th pro game on December 19 against Fort Wayne and earned his 100th pro point a few days later - on December 22 vs. South Carolina. Collectively, O'Hanley has played in 63 AHL games and has notched 14 points.

Winchester joins the Cyclones after starting the year in the Federal Hockey League (FHL). Last year's FHL Most Valuable Player has collected 51 points (13 goals, 38 assists) in 28 games so far with the Williamsport Outlaws this season. The 31-year-old defenseman has been well traveled over the years, playing in the ECHL, SPHL, CHL, FHL, and overseas. Now in his eighth season of professional hockey, Winchester has earned 247 points (58 goals, 189 assists) in 329 games and has been part of two different championship teams.

Cincinnati will continue a swing through the Atlantic Division as they embark on a weekend road trip to Reading and Trenton. Friday night's game against the Royals can be heard LIVE on the Cyclones Radio Network (FM 100 The FAN, CyclonesHockey.com, America One) beginning at 6:45pm.

The Cyclones will return to the ice at U.S. Bank on Friday, January 25 when they play host to the Evansville IceMen at 7:30pm. The first 2,500 fans through the gates will receive a Cyclones Bobblehead of U.S. President Barack Obama! Call 513.421.PUCK or visit CyclonesHockey.com to reserve your seats! Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook and Twitter (@CincyCyclones).

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