Brant Harris and Kevin Montgomery Return from AHL

ESTERO, FL – Florida Everblades President & General Manager Craig Brush along with Head Coach Greg Poss announced Monday that forward Brant Harris  has returned to the team on loan from the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League (AHL). In addition, defenseman Kevin Montgomery has also returned on loan from the Springfield Falcons (AHL).

Harris, 26, returns to the Everblades where has collected 32 points (17g, 15a) in 47 games this season.  During his recent call-up, Harris recorded an assist in 11 outings with Manitoba. Harris orchestrated an impressive rookie campaign with the Everblades in 2014-15 logging 43 points (16g, 27a) in 57 games. In addition, Harris posted five points (2g, 3a) in 15 appearances during a late season call-up with the Adirondack Flames of the AHL.  The 6-1, 185-pound forward was the recipient of the Everblades’ Rookie of the Year Award last season.

Montgomery, 28 went scoreless in two appearances during his recent stint with Springfield.  Montgomery has 17 points (4g, 13a) in 34 games played with the Everblades this season.  Europe last season split between Valpellice (Italy), Caldaro SG (Italy), Banska Bystrica HC 05 (Slovakia).  The 6-3, 188-pound defenseman has totaled 43 points (6g, 37a) in 192 career AHL games split between the Lake Erie Monsters, Oklahoma City Barons and Springfield.

As a result of today’s roster additions, the Everblades have released forward Josh Mitchell from his ATO.  To view the current Everblades roster CLICK HERE

The Everblades return to action on Tuesday evening when they battle the Orlando Solar Bears at the Amway Center in a Wawa Sunshine Cup Series matchup.  Game time is 7:00 p.m.

Upcoming Home Games & Promotions

Friday, April 8 vs. Orlando, 7:30 p.m.Fan Appreciation Weekend begins!  Everyone will receive a FREE Everblades team photo courtesy of FGCU & Direct Impressions....The first 200 fans will receive a FREE ticket to Naples Zoo! There will be prizes and giveaways all night long!Saturday, April 9 vs. Orlando, 7:00 p.m.Fan Appreciation Weekend continues! The first 5,000 fans will receive a FREE rally card!  Fans will receive a Wawa food voucher as they exit the arena...The Everblades team awards ceremony will take place prior to the game  More prizes and giveaways handed out to fans throughout the night!   

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.

2016-17 Season Ticket Plans Now Available:  Full  and flexible partial season ticket plans are  currently available for the 2016-17 season. We offer several tickets packages designed to help 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. .

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