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 point-per-game scorer at Minnesota State-Mankato, has only managed 24 points in 115 AHL games. His move to Hungary presents an opportunity to showcase his skills in a new environment, joining Carter Savoie, another former high-scoring NCAA player. Ferencvárosi TC, a historic Hungarian club, made their ICEHL debut last season with mixed results, and Silye's presence could significantly impact their performance.
In other news, Turner Ottenbreit, a former AHL defenseman, is returning 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 experience in the WHL with the Seattle Thunderbirds and his successful 2021-22 season with the Iowa Wild make him a valuable addition to the KHL's Shanghai Dragons. The KHL's Kunlun Red Star, now rebranded as the Shanghai Dragons, has signed Ottenbreit for the upcoming season.
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 transactions highlight the dynamic nature of the hockey world, with players constantly seeking new opportunities and challenges, whether it's overseas, in the KHL, or in the ECHL.
