THUNDER ACQUIRE FORWARD NICK BLIGH FROM SOUTH
January 5, 2017 - ECHL (ECHL)
Adirondack Thunder News Release
01/05/2017 11:08 AM - Glens Falls, NY - The Adirondack Thunder, proud ECHL affiliate of the Calgary Flames, have acquired forward Nick Bligh from the South Carolina Stingrays, in exchange for future considerations.
Bligh, 23, is currently in his rookie season with South Carolina and has appeared in three games so far in 2016-17. Bligh made his professional debut on December 3 in Greenville as he recorded two shots on goal in the Stingrays' 3-1 win over the Swamp Rabbits. Prior to beginning his professional career, Bligh skated four seasons at Dartmouth College, where he amassed 42 points (19-23-42) over 96 games played. Bligh's 10 goals as a senior ranked tied for third on the Big Green.
Tickets for the 2017 CCM/ECHL All-Star Classic are still available at $40 for both the game and the skills competition. To order tickets, visit http://echlthunder.com/tickets/all-star/, call 518-480-3355 x1 or visit the Thunder offices, located at the Glens Falls Civic Center, during regular business hours. Adirondack Thunder individual and group ticket packages are also available for just $13 per ticket in addition to new Thunder mini-packs, consisting of four tickets and a gift card to a local restaurant for just $65. Call 518-480-3355 x1 or visit ECHLThunder.com/tickets to customize a plan and reserve your seat locations today.
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