Spitfires defenceman Patrick Sieloff was chosen by the Calgary Flames in the 2nd round, 42nd overall at the 2012 NHL Draft in Pittsburgh today.
A graduate of the United States National Team Development Program, Sieloff signed with the Spitfires back on May 28th. His rights were acquired in the trade that sent Jack Campbell to the Sault Ste Marie Greyhounds on November 2nd.
The 6'1, 200-pound native of Ann Arbor, Michigan served as an assistant captain on the USA's gold medal winning team at the 2012 World Under-18 Championship in the Czech Republic.
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JOHNSON SELECTED 90TH OVERALL AT THE 2012 NHL DRAFT
Spitfires winger Ben Johnson was chosen by the New Jersey Devils in the 3rd round, 90th overall at the 2012 NHL Draft in Pittsburgh today.
The 6'0, 185-pound native of Calumet, Michigan had an outstanding rookie season in 2011-2012. Johnson played in all 68 games, totalling 18 goals and 20 assists, while playing in all situations.
Johnson signed as a free agent with the Spitfires in May of 2011.
Spitfires centre Brady Vail was chosen by the Montreal Canadiens in the 4th round, 94th overall at the 2012 NHL Draft in Pittsburgh today.
The 6'1, 195-pound native of Palm City, Florida had a breakout season in 2011-2012. In 68 games, Vail had 22 goals and added 30 assists, with a +1 rating, while playing a significant defensive role.
Vail was originally Windsor's 4th round selection in the 2010 OHL Priority Selection.
