Florentino Returns to 'Blades for 2015-16

ESTERO, FL – Florida Everblades President & General Manager Craig Brush along with Head Coach Greg Poss announced today that the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Rob Florentino for the 2015-16 season.

Florentino, 26, returns to Florida after recording eight points (4g, 4a) with the Everblades last season. In addition, the 6-1,190-pound blueliner scored two goals in 18 contests with the Elmira Jackals prior to being acquired by the Everblades in January of 2015.

“Rob became a leader in our lockeroom after we acquired him from Elmira last season,” said Everblades Head Coach Greg Poss. “He was a great addition to our team who can play both forward and defense.  We look for him to continue to progress as a player this season.”

Florentino totaled 64 points (21g, 43a) in three seasons at the University of Massachusetts-Boston (ECAC) from 2010-2013.

The West Roxbury, Massachusetts native registered 15 points (5g,10a) in 15 games played with the Huntsville Havoc (SPHL) during the 2013-14 season.  Florentino has also made appearances with the ECHL’s Reading Royals (2013-14) and Las Vegas Wranglers (2012-13).

Opening Weekend Set for October 16 & 17!The Everblades open the 2015-16 season at Germain Arena on Friday, October 16 against the Gwinnett Gladiators! The two teams will also meet on Saturday, October 17.

To view the full 2015-16 regular season schedule CLICK HERE 

2015-16 Ticket PackagesTicket packages for the 2015-16 season are now on sale! Full and partial tickets plans are available to fit your schedule and budget.  All packages save you money from the box office price and come loaded with 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.

The Everblades are the proud ECHL affiliateof the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes.###