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Simoes Traded To Youngstown

February 11, 2008 - Central Hockey League (CHL)
New Mexico Scorpions News Release


[ RIO RANCHO, N.M.]-The Scorpions today have sent defenseman Dave Simoes to Youngstown to complete the Erik Johnson trade. The SteelHounds chose the rookie defenseman from a list of eight players head coach Randy Murphy had to make available.

When Johnson was traded to the Scorps, Youngstown was able to select a player prior to the trade deadline to finish the deal. Despite losing Simoes, Murphy feels his team is still in great shape.

"Even though we lost Dave in this trade we feel very happy to have gotten a player like Erik a few months ago," said Murphy. "Erik has played very well for us and we expect him to have a great finish to the season."

Simoes played in 45 games this season scoring six points (1G, 5A) collecting 146 penalty minutes and a +8 plus/minus rating. Since joining the Scorpions, Johnson has played in 20 games scoring 17 points and a +3 plus/minus rating.

Four games on tap for New Mexico this week. Tuesday the Amarillo Gorillas will be at the Santa Ana Star Center starting at 7:15 p.m. It will be a "2-for-One Tuesday" with tickets specials the box office.

The weekend starts with a pair of games in Texas. Friday, New Mexico visits the Brahmas for the lone head-to-head battle this season. The following night the Scorps will face Amarillo in a Southwest Division showdown.

On Sunday New Mexico returns home to face-off against the defending champions, the Colorado Eagles. The puck drops at 3:15 p.m. Following the game it will be a "Skate with the Scorps." Skate on the Star Center ice with your favorite Scorpions players free of charge. Skate rentals will be available courtesy of Blades Multiplex Arenas.

Take advantage of the Scorpions "All You Can Eat Weekend Special." Eat all the hot dogs, sodas, nachos and popcorn you want while sitting in a corner seat for only $20. Call the Scorpions' office at (505) 881-PUCK (7825) or visit www.scorpionshockey.com to find out how you can be a part of Real Hockey, Rio Entertainment. You don't want to miss your chance to watch the Scorpions drive toward the Ray Miron President's Cup.

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