After a quiet couple of weeks, the Fort Erie Falcons were back in the trade market again on Tuesday night.
The team shipped out veterans Marian Gaborik and Jeff Petry, along with goaltending prospect Harri Sateri to Ottawa in exchange for defenceman Tyler Myers.
Gaborik and Petry found themselves as the odd men out with respect to the Falcons lineup given the recent acquisition of Karl Alzner and as most pundits figured, something had to give.
"Listen, we liked what Marian and Jeff brought to our team but playing time figured to be very scarce for them going forward given the youth looking to forge their way into the CCHL, so we found them a home while creating a roster spot in the process," said Falcons GM Matt Young following the trade.
While Myers won't necessarily fit into the lineup for Fort Erie this season, he's expected to play a significant role next year on the team. Myers adds size and an offensive element to the lineup and could form a great shutdown duo with Slavin or a stay-at-home role with the sublimely talented Zach Werenski.
Myers joined the team this morning halfway through the skate and likes what he sees in his new teammates.
"This is a very good, young team that we have in Fort Erie. I know how hard it has been to play against them this season, and they only figure to get better. With prospects like Dylan Strome, Nick Suzuki and Philippe Myers still to come, it's only going to get better too. I'm just thrilled to be here and help this team in the quest for a Kehler Cup," said Myers following the skate.
The Falcons continue their four game road trip on Thursday night as they play the Niagara Falls Thunder. While the game is in Niagara Falls, expect many from Fort Erie to make the 25 minute drive to the honeymoon capital for the game.
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