FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chicago, December 22nd 2006
The Chicago Blackhawks general manager Mathias Vaigur announced today that the team has signed Petr Tenkrat and Alex Brooks. Both players were unrestricted free agents and will report to Norfolk later today.
Petr Tenkrat, a 29 forward who can play either left wing or right wing, and has spent the last couple of years playing in the Finnish SM-liiga, were he has averaged 30+ points. The 6'0, 185 lbs Czech native, is described as a solid skater with a solid two-way game.
Alex Brooks is a 30 year old defender who has spent most of his pro-career in the minors. He is described as a solid defensive defender, who will stick up for his teammates if needed.