'Blades Add McGowan; Sandlak Assigned

ESTERO, FL -- The Florida Everblades announced a couple of roster moves on Friday. The Everblades have agreed to terms with forward Mark McGowan . In addition, forward Carter Sandlak was reassigned to Florida on Wednesday by the Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) from the Charlotte Checkers (AHL).

McGowan, 24, joins the Everblades after posting 11 points (7g, 4a) in 39 games played this season at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (R.P.I.). The 6-1, 195-pound forward totaled 48 points (21g, 27a) during his four-year collegiate career at R.P.I. from 2011-2015. The Toronto, Ontario native recorded 129 points with the Oakville Blades (OJHL) from 2009-2011.

Sandlak, 21, posted two assists in his Everblades debut on Wednesday (March 25) against Reading. The 6-2 205-pound winger has registered four points (2g, 2a) with 65 penalty minutes in 38 appearances with the Charlotte Checkers this season. The Vancouver, BC native posted 48 points (24g, 24a) in 61 games played with the Plymouth Whalers (OHL) last season. Sandlak totaled 122 points during his five seasons played in the Ontario Hockey League (2001-2014) in stints with Guelph, Belleville, and Plymouth.

The Everblades continue their road trip tonight against the Elmira Jackals. Game time is set for 7:05 p.m. Fans may listen online at theislandfm.netUpcoming Home Games & Promotions

Wednesday, April 1, vs. Reading, 7:30 p.m. -- Fans can enjoy $2 hot dogs, $2 drafts, $2 wines all night long in the concourse! It’s also College Night! College Students receive $5 tickets with free parking!

Friday, April 3, vs. Reading, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 4 vs. South Carolina, 7:00 p.m.

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To order, call 239-948-7825, or stop by the Everblades main office at Germain Arena. Hearts & Hockey Packs are also available on game nights at the Everblades information table located in the concourse.

Ticket Information

Game Tickets: Everblades tickets may be purchased at the Century Link Prism Box Office located at Germain Arena, or at any Ticketmaster outlet, or online at www.ticketmaster.com

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12 & 24 Game Ticket Packages are currently on sale! All packages save you money from the box office price, and come with many great benefits. For more information call 239-948-7825, or stop by the Everblades Main Office located at Germain Arena, Monday—Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.