January 29, 2009

Peverley Making Most of Opportunity with Thrashers

The following article featuring former St. Lawrence standout Rich Peverley appeared in the January 29 issue of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

 

By CARROLL ROGERS
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Talk about the power of positive reinforcement.

To the Nashville Predators, Rich Peverley was expendable, worth the risk of putting through waivers. For the Thrashers, he was worth not only claiming off the waiver wire but skating with their prize possession: Ilya Kovalchuk.

The result? After scoring two goals in 27 games with the Predators this season, Peverley has scored two goals in six games as a Thrashers — both game-winners.

Complete article can be accessed via the Journal-Constitution Web site by clicking here.