On Wednesday August 19th, the Cincinnati Cyclones announced the signing of rookie defensemen Daniel Fritz. The two sides agreed to terms on a standard player contract for the upcoming season. Fritz joins the organization after making the jump from collegiate hockey.
In his swan song season with Utica College, Fritz managed to put up 11 goals along with 28 assists for 39 points. While also adding on eight penalty minutes, he managed to do so in 29 games. Last season, the American defensemen averaged 1.34 points per game.
As for his awards and accolades, Fritz was named UCHC Defensemen of the Year while also finding himself on the All-USCHO First-Team. Not only that, but his skillset also saw also him listed on the ACHA/CCM Division III All America Team. In a statement from the native of Maryland, he said on Wednesday upon signing his contract, “I am excited to start my career in Cincinnati and thankful for Coach Thomas for the opportunity.”
When speaking about what he adds to the Cyclones, the left-handed shooter carried on to say, “I consider myself an offensive defensemen who likes to advance the puck and join the rush. I look forward to being a part of the Cyclones organization.”