Huntsville Otters Head Coach and GM Brian O’Leary has announced the acquisition of all star defenceman BRONSON KOVACS from the Soo Thunderbirds of the Northern Ontario Junior Hockey League in exchange for cash considerations.
The 20-year old Kovacs had 44 points and 84 penalty minutes in 49 regular season games with the Thunderbirds last season. Kovacs was also named the NOJHL’s best defenceman, its Scholastic Player of the Year, as well as making second team all star.
“Bronson’s hard-hitting style of play, combined with just the right amount of offensive output, is the type of blueliner needed not only for the upcoming season, but as we build to host the Dudley Hewitt Cup,” said O’Leary. “He’s going to be an anchor on defense for us, there’s no question.”
Kovacs’ experience will be valuable, as the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario native will make his second straight appearance in the Dudley Hewitt Cup in as many seasons. He was part of the Thunderbirds team that hosted this past year’s tournament.
The Otters are gearing up to host the 2011 Dudley Hewitt Cup beginning April 18 culminating with the championship game April 23.
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