St. Louis Signing Keys Week

Published on June 28, 2004 under ECHL (ECHL)
Augusta Lynx News Release


Josh St. Louis has come back to the Augusta Lynx after a one-year hiatus from the club, as the team announced he has signed a contract for the 2004-05 Season last week. The popular 6-3, 205 lb. forward began his pro career in Augusta, and is eager to return and "focus on the playoffs."

The 28 year-old spent the 2001-02 and 2002-03 Seasons with the Lynx, compiling 28 goals and 31 assists for 59 points in 125 games. Last season St. Louis went to the Austin Ice Bats of the Central Hockey League, where he scored 12 goals and 18 points in 60 games.

"I'm very excited to be coming back to Augusta," said St. Louis. "It's where I started my pro career, and I was always very comfortable playing in front of the fans there. I met a lot of really good people while I was there and it made it an easy decision to come back."

As for his play, St. Louis promises fans will see more of what they've come to expect from him.

"I make my living in the corners," he grinned. "I'm willing to do whatever it takes to win games. The team should be focused on making the playoffs this year, and I think it's completely fitting that I have a chance to come back here and accomplish that."

Lynx Head Coach and Director of Player Operations Stan Drulia also likes what St. Louis brings to the table.

"He's a guy we wanted last season, but with the uncertain situation of things he elected to go to Austin," said Drulia. "He gives an honest effort every night, and he's a great guy in the locker room. Not to mention he's a 20-goal scorer and responsible defensively. I'm excited to have him back in Augusta."

With the signing of St. Louis, the Lynx now have six players under contract for the 2004-05 Season: St. Louis, Jason Saal, Louis Goulet, Treavor Peterson, Jarrett Thompson, and Todd Bennett.

ECHL Hands Out League-Wide Awards

The ECHL has spent this week handing out the hardware league-wide, announcing all player and hockey staff awards this week. ECHL MVP honors will be handed out this week. And the winners are...

ITECH HOCKEY ECHL Goaltender of the Year Award

Scott Stirling – Atlantic City Boarwalk Bullies

ECHL Coach of the Year

Pat Bingham – Wheeling Nailers

ECHL Leading Scorer

Tim Smith – Columbia Inferno

ECHL Defenseman of the Year

Corey Neilson – Pensacola Ice Pilots

ECHL Rookie of the Year

Kevin Doell – Gwinnett Gladiators

ECHL Sportsmanship Award

Mark Pederson – San Diego Gulls

C&T Hockey Products Plus Performer of the Year

Tim Smith – Columbia Inferno

ECHL/Southern Sports Supply Equipment Manager of the Year

John Krouse – Pensacola Ice Pilots

ECHL First and Second Teams, All – Rookie Team Named

The ECHL also bestowed honors on the following players with their selection to the First and Second Team All-ECHL and All-Rookie Squads:

First Team All-ECHL

G – Scott Stirling, Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies

D – Corey Neilson, Pensacola Ice Pilots

D – Ben Storey, Louisiana IceGators

F – Tim Smith, Columbia Inferno

F – Luke Curtin, Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies

F – Steffon Walby, Mississippi Sea Wolves

Second Team All-ECHL

G – Derek Gustafson, Louisiana IceGators

D – Jim Baxter, Mississippi Sea Wolves

D – Jason McBain, Las Vegas Wranglers

F – Mark Pederson, San Diego Gulls

F – Brian McCullough, Florida Everblades

F – Jason Jaffray, Wheeling Nailers

ECHL All-Rookie Team

G – Nick Boucher, Wheeling Nailers

D – Derek Eastman, Columbia Inferno

D – Brian Fahey, Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies

F – Jon Cullen, Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies

F – Kevin Doell, Gwinnett Gladiators

F – Greg Barber, San Diego Gulls

Ticket Information

Season tickets are now on sale through the Lynx office or by calling (706) 724-4423. Single seats start as low as $340! Weekend Packages start at just $270 per seat! All Season Ticket holders will enjoy benefits including guaranteed premium items, season ticket holder publications, great discounts, and VIP events with players and team staff. You can also order on line through the team's web site at www.augustalynx.com. Keep your browser pointed there during the off-season for breaking news and Lynx team developments!

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