Garth Collins gone...

[Triton]

The Prince Albert Raiders announce that they have acquired 18 year-old defenceman Kevin Tipper from the Portland Winter Hawks in exchange for 18 year-old defenceman Garth Collins in a Western Hockey League trade this morning.

Tipper, 6'3" 219 lbs. appeared in 61 games for the Winter Hawks last season with 1 goal, 2 assists and 52 minutes in penalties.

Collins was entering his third season with the Raiders after appearing in 54 games in 04-05 with 4 assists and 140 minutes in penalties.

"We are acquiring some depth for our back end in Kevin Tipper" commented Raider General Manager Donn Clark. "Tipper was a regular on the Winter Hawks blue line last season and we look forward to him joining our organization. We would like to thank Garth Collins for his 2 seasons with us and wish him all the best with the Winter Hawks and in his future."


Tipper is not expected to join the team in time for their season opening games this weekend, including the 900 CKBI Home Opener tonight at 7:30 PM against the Moose Jaw Warriors.

Kevin Tipper
Hometown: Richmond, BC
DOB: June 9, 1987
Position: Defence
Shoots: Left
Height: 6'3" Weight: 219 lbs.


Year Team GP G A PTS PIM
5-Apr Winter Hawks 61 1 2 3 52
WHL Totals 61 1 2 3 52

[westbeach55]

not a big suprise collins is gone. nice that we got something for him

[Knuckle Chucker]

All the best to Grath as he is a very nice kid. He just did not fit in the Raiders plans with the strength of our D.