T-Birds Acquire Riley Sheen from Medicine Hat
Published on May 9, 2012 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Seattle Thunderbirds News Release
Seattle Thunderbirds general manager Russ Farwell today announced the team has acquired left wing Riley Sheen from the Medicine Hat Tigers in exchange for right wing Jake Doty.
Sheen, a 17-year-old from Edmonton, Alberta, appeared in 46 games last season with the Tigers. In his rookie season he had a goal and two assists for three points with 13 penalty minutes.
"We are excited to add Riley to our team," said Farwell. "There is more of an opportunity here for him to play an offensive role which he has shown during his minor hockey years. We feel he is a good fit for our team at this time."
"Jake wanted a fresh start with another team and we wish him the best with Medicine Hat."
Doty played 130 games in three seasons with the T-Birds. He has six goals and 8 assists for 14 points with 294 penalty minutes.
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