Gladiators bring back Yoder, add Armstrong

DULUTH, Ga. - The Atlanta Gladiators announced today that the club has re-signed Zach Yoder and inked Easton Armstrong to contracts for the 2024-25 season.

A native of nearby Woodstock, Georgia, the 30-year-old Yoder signs on for his fourth straight season with the Gladiators, notching a total of 29 points (6g-23a) in 188 games.

Before beginning his professional career, Yoder played one season at the Air Force Academy, appearing in 29 games, scoring nine points (1g-8a). Following that, he played with Ferris State University for three seasons, where he posted 21 points (5g-16a).

Armstrong, 21, is set to make his professional debut this October, after appearing in 210 total games in the Western Hockey League, with the Regina Pats, Winnipeg Ice, Wenatchee Wild and Saskatoon Blades. He had a career year this past season, recording 47 points (28g-19a) in 58 games with Saskatoon, to go along with a +21 rating. In 11 playoff games, the offensive-minded forward posted 14 points (6g-8a).