ESTERO, FL – The Florida Everblades announced Thursday that defenseman Justin Agosta was recalled by the Charlotte Checkers of the American Hockey League, while defenseman Mike Cornell was loaned to Charlotte as well. In addition, the Everblades have agreed to terms with defenseman Matt Corrente.
Corrente, 27, joins the Everblades after totaling 13 points (3g, 10a) in 58 games split last season with the AHL’s Syracuse Crunch (48 games) and San Antonio Rampage (10 games). The 6-0, 205-pound veteran blueliner has totaled 73 points (18g, 55a) in 293 career AHL appearances. The Mississauga, Ontario native also logged six assists in 34 NHL games played with the New Jersey Devils from 2009-2011. Corrente was selected by the New Jersey in the first round (30th overall) of the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.
Agosta, 25, returns to Charlotte where he was held scoreless in his AHL debut this past Sunday. The 6-3, 205-pound rookie defender has recorded nine points (5g, 4a) in 11 games played with the Everblades this season. Last season, the East Meadows, New York native posted 22 points (3g, 19a) in 39 games played during his senior season at Quinnipiac University (ECAC).
Cornell, 27, heads to Charlotte having registered four points (1g, 3a) with a +6 rating and 49 penalty minutes this season with the Everblades. Last season, Cornell posted six points (2g, 4a) in 17 games played with Florida. In addition, the 5-11, 190-pound defenseman added 11 points (3g, 8a) and 141 penalty minutes in 44 AHL appearances split between the Springfield Falcons, St. John’s IceCaps, and Charlotte Checkers.Next Home GamesFriday, November 13 vs. Idaho Steelheads, 7:30 p.m. – Swampee’s Birthday! Bring the kids to celebrate Swampee’s Birthday with all of his mascot friends! Kids once again can eat free at Breakaway Sports Pub with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Saturday, November 14 vs. Idaho Steelheads, 7:00 p.m. – Military & Veterans Night.The Everblades will be wearing special military themed jerseys which be auctioned off following the game with the proceeds benefiting the National Coalition for Patriots.
Ticket Information
Game Tickets: Everblades tickets may be purchased at the Florida Community Bank Box Office located at Germain Arena, or at any Ticketmaster outlet, or online atwww.ticketmaster.com
Discounted Group Tickets: Bring your group of 10 or more to a game at a discounted price, and also receive an Everblades souvenir! Group tickets are available for all home games. For more information on group tickets, call 239-948-7825.
Full and Partial Season Ticket Packages: We off full and partial season ticket plans that will save your money and fit your budget and schedule. For more information, call 239-948-7825, or stop by the team's main office located at Germain Arena from Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fans may also stop by our sales tables located in the concourse at Everblades games.
Away Game Watch Parties
Fans are welcome to watch all away games at New York Pizza & Pasta in North Naples, located at 11140 Tamiami Trail. North Naples, and at Cantina 109 located at Gulf Coast Town Center in Fort Myers.
The Everblades are the proud ECHL affiliateof the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes###