OHL Saginaw Spirit

Spirit Forward Ryan Schnell Signs AHL Deal

September 30, 2009 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Saginaw Spirit News Release


(Saginaw, MI) The Saginaw Spirit are pleased to announce that forward Ryan Schnell has signed a contract with the AHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins - the AHL Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins. Additional terms of the contact where not disclosed.

"We are really happy for Ryan as he takes the next step in his hockey career," stated Spirit General Manager and Head Coach Todd Watson, "We wish him the best of luck this season."

Schnell came into the Ontario Hockey League as a free agent, signing with the Spirit as a free agent in January 2009. The 1989-born forward tallied two goals, four assists and 71 PIM in twenty three games for the Spirit last season.

The Cary, Illinois native was a free agent invite to the Penguins 2009 rookie camp and participated in their September 2009 prospect tournament. Schnell attracted the notice of the Penguins' management during camp, as noted by Wilkes-Barre Scranton Head Coach Todd Reirden on Penguins.NHL.Com. "Ryan Schnell has come in here and opened a lot of people's eyes with the elements that he brings to the game."

"Here Today, NHL Tomorrow. Ryan Schnell is the perfect example as to why players come to our league rather than pursue other options," stated Spirit Partner and President Craig Goslin, "We wish him all the best as he continues to pursue his NHL dreams."

For more information, please contact the Spirit at 989-497-7747.

The Spirit hit the ice Saturday, October 3 for a 7:11 PM home game against the Sarnia Sting. Contact the Official Saginaw Spirit Ticket and Merchandise Store at 5789 State Street in Saginaw or call the store at 989-497-7747 to get your tickets! Saturday's game features a schedule magnet schedule giveaway courtesy Four Points by Sheraton and Coors Light.

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