Chilliwack – The Chilliwack Chiefs announced the signing of 2004-born goaltender Frank Murphy for the remainder of the season.
Murphy, a Mississauga, ON native, has played with the Islanders Hockey Club this season in the National Collegiate Development Conference of the USPHL.
“Frank is joining us from the NCDC and is arguably the best goaltender in that league, and his numbers back that up. He’s excited to join us and ready for the challenge ahead,” said Chiefs Head Coach and General Manager Brian Maloney.
In 27 games, the 6’3″ goalie has posted a 19-5-3 record, a .933 save percentage, and five shutouts.
“With Hockey Canada putting us in a position where we’re unable to call up or bring in young prospects to develop them, it has put us into a situation where teams in our league are carrying a larger rosters.”
Last weekend, goaltender Cole Savage joined the EHL’s Worcester Railers Junior Hockey Club.
ALSO, the Chilliwack Chiefs are partnering up with Club 16 Trevor Linden Fitness to celebrate Canucks Autism Network, 6PM Saturday February 3.
The night will include…
-Great Canucks, CAN, and Club 16 prizes
–A designated Quiet Space for anyone who needs a break from the sensory-rich environment
-Decreased volume of music & P.A. announcements and no goal horn during the game.
-Canucks Autism Network sensory kits for rental containing: sensory toys to reduce anxiety, a schedule of the game to improve predictability, and noise-canceling headphones to ease sensory sensitivities.
