Propp back with Rush

RAPID CITY, S.D.)—The Rapid City Rush, ECHL affiliate of the Natoonal Hockey League’s Calgary Flames, announced the return of goaltender Christian Propp for the 2024-25 season.

Propp signed with the Rush on March 21, 2024 and made his debut on March 24, a home victory over Utah. The rookie immediately became the primary option in net for the final three weeks of the season. Propp played nine games, winning five and posting a 3.35 goals-against average as Rapid City made a strong push at the end of the year.

A native of Milton, Ontario, the 25-year-old played one game with the Wheeling Nailers before signing in Rapid City. Propp brings extensive experience between the pipes, having played collegiately at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he competed in 59 games in three years. During his final collegiate season, Propp led all of Ontario University Athletics in total saves and ranked fifth in save percentage. At the junior level, Propp compiled 162 games over five seasons in the Ontario Hockey League.