David Silye, a 27-year-old forward, has chosen to pursue his hockey career overseas, signing with Ferencvárosi TC in the ICEHL, the top professional league in Central Europe. This decision comes after two seasons in the AHL with the Calgary Wranglers, where he struggled to translate his NCAA success into professional performance. Silye, a former CCHA Forward of the Year, has only managed 24 points in 115 AHL games, failing to secure a contract extension with the Wranglers.
What makes Silye's move intriguing is his potential reunion with Carter Savoie, a former high-scoring NCAA player. Ferencvárosi TC, a historic Hungarian club, made their ICEHL debut last season with mixed results, and Silye's addition could provide a boost to their offensive capabilities. The team's performance last season was 17-24-7, just missing the playoffs.
In other news, Turner Ottenbreit, a former AHL defenseman, has opted to return to the KHL after two seasons in the AHL. Ottenbreit, who played for the Wranglers and the Milwaukee Admirals, scored 13 points in 57 games last season. His previous KHL stint was with the Kunlun Red Star, now known as the Shanghai Dragons, who have re-signed him for the upcoming season. This decision highlights the ongoing talent pipeline between the AHL and the KHL.
Additionally, Logan Drevitch, the ECHL Savannah Ghost Pirates captain, has announced his retirement from professional hockey. Drevitch, an ECHL All-Star, spent his entire career with the Ghost Pirates, leading them to their first playoff berth. His college career at Merrimack, where he scored 49 points in 114 games, laid the foundation for his successful professional journey. These moves showcase the diverse paths players take in their hockey careers, with some opting for overseas adventures, others returning to the KHL, and some retiring after successful ECHL tenures.
