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RiverKings' Blueliner Called to Elmira

  (January 14, 2013)

Southaven, MS (PRWEB) January 14, 2013

Mississippi RiverKings Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Derek Landmesser announced Monday that defenseman Steven Kaunisto has been loaned to the Elmira Jackals of the ECHL.

"Kaunisto has been playing very good hockey this season and we're obviously very happy for him," said Landmesser. "This is a very well deserved call-up."

Kaunisto, 26, appeared in 30 games with the RiverKings. The 6'0" 193 lbs. native of Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. tallied four goals and 13 assists in his first season in the Mid-South.

The RiverKings play their next home game on Friday, Jan. 18 at the Landers Center. Puck drops at 7:05 p.m. For more information on all things RiverKings, like us on Facebook (facebook.com/mississippiriverkings) and follow us on Twitter (twitter.com/riverkings).

The Mississippi RiverKings are supported by their community partners, season ticket holders, fans, and by program-related investments of the Maddox Foundation, an independent private foundation based in Hernando, Miss. To find out more about the RiverKings, call 662.342.1755 or visit http://www.riverkings.com.

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