Sharks Extend ECHL Affiliation With Wichita Thunder
The San Jose Sharks have extended their ECHL affiliation with the Wichita Thunder for the 2024-25 season.
"We're excited to be back in Wichita for another season," Sharks Assistant General Manager and San Jose Barracuda (AHL) General Manager Joe Will said in a statement. "With such a heavy emphasis on scouting and development in the Sharks organization, our ECHL affiliation is critical to our player development plan. Under the leadership of Bruce Ramsey and Joel Lomurno, we are confident that our prospects will be given the tools to develop."
The San Jose Barracuda utilized the Thunder many times throughout the season. Since the team carried three goalies for most of the year, Eetu Makiniemei, Georgi Romanov, and Magnus Chrona would have stints in the ECHL.
Other prospects like Bradley Marek, Mitchell Russell, and Roman Kinal played for the Thunder.
"I'm excited to be working with San Jose for another season," Thunder Head Coach Bruce Ramsay said. "Last year, we saw several talented players that came from their system, including goalies Magnus Chrona and Georgi Romanov who played in Wichita and made it all the way to the Sharks, which is a pleasure to help them reach their dream of playing in the NHL. I was pleased with the progress of several players who spent a significant amount of time here. We look forward to growing our partnership and working together to ensure success at each level for all three teams."
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