Bucks Sign Scanlon

The Bucks just made their second signing announcement for 2010-11, revealing that they have inked rookie defenseman Derek Scanlon.

Scanlon's name may sound familiar, as he came to Laredo with then-coach Brent Cullaton during the playoffs.

Coach Ruskowski didn't sign Scanlon to take an amateur spot during the postseason, but I guess he decided the kid is worth a spot at training camp.

Here's the Bucks' press release:

Bucks Sign WSHL All Star ScanlonLAREDO, TX- The Laredo Bucks of the Central Hockey League announced Thursday that they have signed former WSHL All-Star defenseman Derek Scanlon for the 2010-11 season. Scanlon spent last season playing for the Boulder Jr. Bison (WSHL), coached by former Bucks Captain Brent Cullaton. Last season the 21-year-old Scanlon served as the Bisons alternate captain and was named team-MVP as well as a Thorne Cup All-star. He helped lead Boulder to their first-ever WSHL Midwest Division Championship. In 55 games last season Scanlon scored 56 points (18-38=56) to go along with 132 PIM’s. Scanlon led the Bisons in assists (38), power-play assists (17) and shorthanded assists (4), while his 132 PIM’s ranked second on the club. “I had a chance to see Derek skate multiple times last season and we are impressed with his skill level,” said Bucks President/General Manager and Head Coach Terry Ruskowski. “Knowing that he played for Cully (Brent Cullaton) tells me that he’s a quality player.” “I feel Derek will adapt well to Coach Rosco's systems because he is a solid skater,” Cullaton said. “He is eager to learn and wants to win.”  The 6’0’’, 180 pound Scanlon helped lead the Bisons to a 40-18-2 record and the teams first-ever trip to Junior A Nationals in Boston, MA. Prior to playing with the Bisons Scanlon, a native of Marlborough, MA, played for the Colorado Outlaws (WSHL) under ex-NHL player Doug Smail. In 2008-09 Scanlon put up 66 points (32-34=66) in just 35 games to go along with 228 PIM’s. Scanlon had 32 goals and averaged nearly two points per game (1.89) for the Outlaws that season. Scanlon is the second Buck signed this offseason, including the first rookie.