Aces: Shootout Sniper Erickson Is Back

Center Luke Erickson, who last season led the ECHL in shootout efficiency with five goals in five attempts and also bagged 21 goals, is returning to the Alaska Aces for the upcoming season.

Erickson's five shootout goals tied him for third in the league. The right-handed shooter scored all five on his signature move -- skating far to the left wing of the rink, cutting in through the left circle and unleashing a wrist shot high to the far side.

In 68 games, Erickson racked 21-34--55 totals to finish third on the team in points. He was also +9, and his 19 power-play points (6 goals, 13 helpers) was fourth on the club. In the Aces' run to the Kelly Cup Finals, Erickson earned 5-3--8 and +1 totals in 21 matches.

Erickson's signing brings to nine the number of players the Aces have announced signing for the upcoming season. The others are forwards Scott Burt, Lance Galbraith, Colin Hemingway, Brett Hemingway and Justin Johnson; and defensemen Bryan Miller, Lee Green and B.J. Crum.