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Post by Rayven on Jul 7, 2007 17:03:20 GMT -5
Bridgeport, Conn. - The New York Islanders have signed defenseman Matthew Spiller to a one-year deal. Standing at 6'5, 233 pounds, Spiller will add size and strength to the Sound Tigers defense next season. The 24 year old spent last season as a member of the Phoenix Coyotes organization playing in all 80 games for their American Hockey League affiliate, the San Antonio Rampage. Spiller compiled one goal and seven assists with 187 penalty minutes. "With the addition of Matthew, our blue-line immediately becomes younger and stronger," Sound Tigers president Howard Saffan said. "Our goaltenders will have a much easier time seeing the puck with Spiller clearing the front of the net."
A second round draft pick by the Phoenix Coyotes in 2001, Spiller has played his whole career as a part Phoenix's organization. In 59 games with the Coyotes, Spiller has an assist and 67 penalty minutes.
"I owe a lot to the Phoenix Coyotes but am excited for a fresh start in the New York Islanders organization," Spiller said. "I had one of the most productive years in my career last season and look to continue my development with the Sound Tigers next season."
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