WICHITA, Kan. - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Edmonton Oilers and American Hockey League's Bakersfield Condors, announced the signing of forward Tyr Thompson to a contract for the 2021-22 season.
Thompson, 23, turns pro after completing a three-year career at the University of Alabama-Huntsville. A native of Sherwood Park, Alberta, he appeared in 66 career games for the Chargers, recording 15 points (10g-5a).
Prior to heading to college, he had a productive junior career in the Alberta Junior Hockey League with the Olds Grizzlys and Whitecourt Wolverines. He amassed 130 points (52g-78a) in 170 games and added 18 points (3g-15a) in 24 career playoff games.