The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins recalled McLean; who plays centre; from the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL on November 29th. McLean, 26, is tied for fifth in the ECHL in both scoring (24 points) and goals (11) through 16 games this season.
The native of Kirkland Lake, ON, split last season between Wheeling and Wilkes-Barre / Scranton. He recorded 56 points and a team-leading 31 goals in 41 games with the Nailers, and added 15 points (4+11) in 32 games with the Penguins. McLean tied the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton record for points in a game with five (1+4) on January 18 against the Syracuse Crunch.
It only took McLean 29 minutes, 23 seconds to pick up his first AHL goal of the season. Last season, McLean had two goals and six points versus the Crunch and was a plus 6. “I’ve had some luck against them,” McLean said of the Crunch. “I was just trying to make the most of my opportunity. Obviously it’s enjoyable to be back and I want to contribute as much as possible.”
As of today, McLean has 2 goals and 2 assists in five games since rejoining the club. Keep up the great work Kurtis, we'll be cheering for you as always.
