Rookie blueliner Crevier-Morin joins Wichita

Wichita, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and AHL's Bakersfield Condors, announced the signing of defenseman Marc-Olivier Crevier-Morin for the 2017-18 season.

Crevier-Morin, 21, enters his first season as a pro. A native of Chateauguay, Quebec, he recently completed a four-year career with the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League's Gatineau Olympiques. He racked up 229 penalty minutes to go with 56 points (14g-42a) in 195 games. This past season, he served as the team's captain, recording 16 points (6g-10a) and 110 penalty minutes.

Prior to the start of the 2014 season, Crevier-Morin participated in development and rookie camp for the Montreal Canadiens. The rookie defenseman is known for playing with an edge and a physical style of game.