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Top NHL Prospect Ivan Telegin Signs with Spirit

September 11, 2009 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Saginaw Spirit News Release


(Saginaw, MI) The Saginaw Spirit Hockey Club is proud to announce the signing of Russian center Ivan Telegin, who was drafted by the Spirit 42nd overall in the 2009 CHL Entry Draft. Telegin is a top prospect for the 2010 NHL Entry Draft and is one of the top rated 92-born players coming out of Russia.

The Novokuznetsk, Russia native spent the 2008-2009 regular season with the Novokuznetsk Metallurg in addition to sevaral stints on the international stage. Telegin participated in the 2009 World Under 17 Hockey Challenge with Russia, where he garnered 2 Goals and 2 Assists in 5 games and won silver with Russia in the 2009 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament (also known as the U-18 Junior World Cup). He tallied 3 assists in the tournament.

"We are excited to get Ivan," stated Spirit Director of Hockey Operations and Head Coach Todd Watson, "He is a top NHL prospect that plays with an edge that combines grit with offensive skill. From the video I've seen and from what I've heard, this kid will be a factor on-ice."

Spirit Director of Scouting Jim Paliafito echoed Watson's thoughts. "He is an elite center with NHL first round talent. He plays the North American style of hockey, and combined with his offensive skill, makes a valuable addition to the Spirit's future.

"The Saginaw Spirit Organization is thrilled to welcome a player with the international credentials that Ivan Telegin brings to the Great Lakes Bay Region," stated Spirit President and Partner Craig Goslin, "He was the Captain of Team Russia and is regarded by many in the NHL scouting community as being a 'highly skilled difference maker'. His presence as part of the Saginaw Spirit will certainly be something that all sports fans are going to want to come to the Dow Event Center to experience for themselves this season."

The team will start the 2009-2010 regular season on the road, with a game against the Guelph Storm Friday, September 18 at 7:30 PM and a contest against the Owen Sound Attack on Saturday, September 19 at 7:30 PM.

The Meijer Home Opening Celebration will mark the return of Spirit Hockey to The Dow Event Center, with the Spirit hosting their home opener against the Plymouth Whalers on Thursday, September 24 at 7:11 PM. The Spirit host the Erie Otters on Saturday, September 26 at 7:11 PM for the home opening encore.

Tickets are on sale now! Contact the Spirit at 989-497-7747 or visit the Official Ticket and Merchandise Store at 5789 State Street in Saginaw. The store is open 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday and 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM Saturday.

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