Starrett Returns to Air Capital

WICHITA, Kan. (Nov. 6) - The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Edmonton Oilers, AHL's Bakersfield Condors and powered by Toyota, announced today the signing of forward Beau Starrett for the 2020-21 season.

Starrett, 25, is entering his second year as a pro. A native of Bellingham, Massachusetts, he was drafted in the third round (#88 overall) by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. The 6-foot-5, 212-pound forward signed with Bakersfield last season. He was loaned to Wichita for 50 games, collecting 29 points (16g, 13a). He also appeared in eight games for the Condors, recording 2 points (1g, 1a).

Prior to turning pro, he completed a four-year career at Cornell University. In 118 games at Cornell, he tallied 40 points (16g, 24a) and helped the Big Red to three consecutive postseason appearances in the NCAA Tournament. He also scored in the team's 2019 first round win over Northeastern.

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