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Bates, Stinil Earn AMI Graphics ECHL Plus Performers of the Month

Friday, November 1st
Bates, Stinil Earn AMI Graphics ECHL Plus Performers of the Month

WICHITA, Kan. (Nov. 1) – The Wichita Thunder, ECHL affiliate of the NHL's San Jose Sharks, AHL's San Jose Barracuda and powered by Toyota, are excited to announce that forwards Peter Bates and Michal Stinil are among four players selected for the AMI Graphics ECHL Plus Performers of the Month for October after sharing the league-lead with a plus-minus rating of +9 in the opening month of the ECHL season.

Bates posted an even or better rating in each of his five October games, including a pair of +3 performances on Oct. 25 and Oct. 26 against Tulsa. The 28-year-old tallied six points (1g-5a) in five games and has 101 points (49g-52a) in 131 career ECHL games with Wichita and Atlanta.

Stinil was even or better in all five games, was a +3 on Oct. 25 and Oct. 26 against Tulsa. The 25-year-old recorded a league-leading seven goals and 12 points in October and has totaled 188 points (83g-105a) in 189 career games with the Thunder. He is named as ECHL Player of the Week on Tuesday.

In recognition of their accomplishment, AMI Graphics will present each player with a personalized Plus Performer of the Month Banner during an on-ice ceremony at an upcoming home game.

Wichita begins a three-game series tonight at 7:05 p.m. against Rapid City. Join us for Poster Schedule Night, presented by Wichita Brewing Company and Rose Harvest Design. The first 1,000 fans in the building will get this commemorative poster. Buy tickets HERE.

Blippi is coming! That's right. The internet sensation Blippi will be at our game on Saturday, November 2 as we host the Rapid City Rush. Get the Blippi four-pack, which includes four tickets and two Blippi glasses starting at $80. Click HERE to purchase today!

The 2024-25 promotional schedule is now available. Start planning now as we get ready for our 33rd year in the Air Capital. Click HERE to learn more about the schedule and what promotions we have in store. 

Season tickets for the 2024-25 season are still available. Save money by reserving your seats for all the fast-paced, hard-hitting action of every game. Click HERE to learn more. 

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