Graham Reassigned to Mavericks

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — Defenseman Jesse Graham has been reassigned by the New York Islanders (NHL) from the Bridgeport Sound Tigers (AHL) to the Mavericks.

Graham appeared in 19 games for the Sound Tigers this season, posting 2 goals and 7 assists for nine points and an impressive +11 rating. He has played 19 games for the Mavericks, recording 18 points on 4 goals and 14 assists.

The defenseman was selected in the 6th round (155th overall) in the 2012 NHL draft by the Islanders. He is expected to join the Mavericks for their game tonight in Allen, Texas.

About the Missouri Mavericks: The Mavericks are members of the Mountain Division of the Western Conference of the ECHL—the Premier ‘AA’ Hockey League in North America. Founded in 2009, the Mavericks are entering their eighth season in team history at Silverstein Eye Centers Arena. The Mavericks are the defending Brabham Cup winners after posting a league-leading record of 52-15-5 during the 2015-16 ECHL season, and have been honored with multiple community and league awards including the Harry S. Truman Special Community Service Recognition Award, the Bud Poile Governors’ Cup (CHL), and the CHL Franchise of the Year Award for four consecutive seasons.