GLENS FALLS, N.Y. – The Adirondack Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's New Jersey Devils and American Hockey League's Utica Comets, have announced that the club has re-signed defenseman Ryan Wheeler for the 2024-25 season.
Wheeler, 26, played 61 regular-season games as a defenseman and forward last season with the Thunder and recorded 22points (10g-12a) and 63 penalty minutes. In 17 Kelly Cup Playoff games, the Lancaster, New York native added five points (4g-1a). Wheeler also received the team’s Unsing Hero Award for going above and beyond, playing multiple roles throughout the season.
Wheeler split 66 ECHL games in the 2022-23 season between the Cincinnati Cyclones and Iowa Heartlanders. In 139 regular-season ECHL games, he has 34 points and 114 penalty minutes.
Prior to beginning his professional career, Wheeler played four years at the University of Connecticut where he played in 108 games.
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