Wichita brings back Kneen

WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's San Jose Sharks and American Hockey League's San Jose Barracuda, announced the re-signing of defenseman Nolan Kneen for the 2024-25 season.

Kneen enters his fifth year as a pro. The native of Kelowna, British Columbia was acquired last season in a trade with the Kalamazoo Wings. In 64 games, Kneen tallied 17 points (4g-13a) and was named as the team's Most Improved Player. 

He turned pro in 2020-21 with the Allen Americans. In 2021-22, Kneen was loaned to the AHL's Charlotte Checkers for 18 games and tallied six points (1g-5a). He appeared in 60 games for the Florida Everblades during the 2022-23 campaign, recording 13 points (5g-8a). 

Prior to turning pro, Kneen played six seasons in the Western Hockey League. He played most of his career with the Kamloops Blazers. During his overage year, he skated in 33 games for the Saskatoon Blades. Overall, Kneen tallied 139 points (28g-111a) in 310 career WHL games.