Helfrich Returns to Everblades
ESTERO, FL - Florida Everblades president and general manager Craig Brush along with head coach Greg Poss announced today the team has agreed to terms with right wing Tyler Helfrich, a former Rensselaer standout. Helfrich finished last season with the Blades appearing in a total of six games and registered one assist.
Helfrich comes to the Everblades after helping lead R.P.I. to the NCAA tournament by posting 38 points (14g, 24a) in 38 games, which ranked second on the team. The 23-year-old winger finished second on the team in power play goals and game-winning goals this past season. Overall in his collegiate career with the Engineers, the Calgary, Alberta native amassed 106 points (33g, 73a) in 135 games from 2007-11
"In the time Tyler was with us at the end of last season, he demonstrated the qualities we are looking for in a player." said coach Poss. "He's a good skater, a playmaker and plays solidly in the defensive zone. He's a team player and he puts the team before himself."
