January 18, 2009

Peverley Thrills in Thrashers' Big Win

The following article featuring former St. Lawrence standout Rich Peverley appeared January 18 on the Atlanta Thrashers' Web site.

 

NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Maybe the Nashville Predators should've kept Rich Peverley.

Ilya Kovalchuk had a goal and an assist, and the Atlanta Thrashers routed the Predators 7-2 Saturday night for their second win in two nights. But Peverley, claimed by Atlanta off waivers a week ago, was a big key in both of those wins as he had the overtime goal with two assists Friday night and added three more assists against his old team.

Peverley credited Atlanta coach John Anderson with giving him a great chance to play, and he's been on a line with Kovalchuk.

Complete article can be accessed via the Thrashers' Web site by clicking here.