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ECHL Greenville Swamp Rabbits

Swamp Rabbits Strengthen Attack with Dziurzynski

November 12, 2015 - ECHL (ECHL)
Greenville Swamp Rabbits News Release


Greenville, S.C. - The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the New York Rangers and the AHL's Hartford Wolf Pack, today announced the team has acquired forward Darian Dziurzynski from the Tulsa Oilers in exchange for forward Emerson Clark. In a separate transaction, goaltender Adam Morrison has been released.

"Darian is a hard-nosed winger who brings a lot of talent and a tremendous work ethic to our team," head coach Brian Gratz said. "He has a big shot, skates well and is very effective in the corners and getting to the net front. I'm confident his skill, experience and team-focused approach will strengthen our team on the ice and in the dressing room."

Dziurzynski (pronounced: z'yuhr-ZIHN-skee) was initially signed to a two-year, entry-level contract by the Arizona Coyotes on March 8, 2013, and spent each of the last three seasons with the Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League (AHL). In 181 career games with the Pirates, he displayed skill (26g, 17a, 43 pts) and toughness (321 penalty minutes), and led the club with 183 penalty minutes during the 2013-14 campaign.

A native of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Dziurzynski began this season, his first in the ECHL, by collecting four points (2g, 2a) and 16 penalty minutes in eight games with Tulsa.

Prior to turning pro, the 6'1 204-pound forward played five seasons in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with the Saskatoon Blades and Brandon Wheat Kings from 2007-12. He amassed 161 points (92g, 69a) and 505 penalty minutes in 304 major-junior contests. In addition, the 24-year-old played alongside current Swamp Rabbits' forward Josh Nicholls for three seasons with Saskatoon.

Dziurzynski was originally selected by Arizona in the fifth round (141st overall) of the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.

Clark, 22, registered five points (3g, 2a), 25 penalty minutes and a -1 rating in nine games this season.

Morrison, 24, went 2-1-0 with a 2.80 goals-against average and .905 save percentage in four appearances with Greenville.

Thirsty Thursday: The Swamp Rabbits return to SANDLAPPER Securities Rink at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena tonight to continue their I-85 rivalry with the Atlanta Gladiators at 7 p.m. Select tickets start at just $5 when purchased at the box office while supplies last. In addition, Hockey Happy Hour will feature $2 draft beers from 6-8 p.m. and $2 soft drink and food specials will run throughout the evening!

Scholars Book Club Night: Area students who completed the "Six for Sticks Challenge," part of the Swamp Rabbits' Scholars Book Club Program, will receive one (1) Buy One Get One Free voucher to Saturday night's contest against the Adirondack Thunder. In addition, all participating teachers can attend the game as guests of the Swamp Rabbits. The team will recognize the students and teachers, and will celebrate all of the kids who achieved their reading goals! The first 2,000 kids 12 and younger through the doors will also receive a Swamp Rabbits' school kit, including a pencil pouch, ruler and more.

Get Social: Follow the Swamp Rabbits all season long and get behind-the-scenes coverage like never before on the team's official Facebook and Twitter pages.

Trolley On Over: Greenville's downtown trolley route has been expanded to include a stop at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena. The deviated route will operate for all Swamp Rabbits' games taking place Thursdays through Sundays during normal trolley service hours.

Call 864-674-7825 or visit SwampRabbits.com for tickets. Bring a group of 15 or more out to a game and receive great discounts, merchandise offers and hospitality opportunities! Call a Swamp Rabbits Account Executive for more information! Get the latest Swamp Rabbits gear at the "Hop Shop" team store or visit the "Hop Shop" online at SwampRabbits.com/shop to browse the full collection of fan wear and novelties!

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