Blades alumnus Armstrong signs pro deal with ECHL’s Gladiators
Atlanta, GA – Former Saskatoon Blades forward Easton Armstrong has signed a one-year contract with the Atlanta Gladiators of the ECHL. It’s the Denver, CO product’s first career pro contract.
Armstrong suited up for one season with the Blue and Gold, becoming a fan-favourite in his short tenure with the team. The 6-foot-3 winger was acquired by Saskatoon on Oct. 10, 2023 and scoring a career-high 56 points (34G, 22A) in 62 games during the 2023-24 campaign. Armstrong finished third on the team in goals and powerplay goals with 12. In 11 playoff games, the 21-year-old forward scored six goals and added eight assists during the Blades’ run to Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Final.
The right-handed shot played in 210 career WHL games between the Blades, Wenatchee Wild, Winnipeg ICE, and the Regina Pats.
The Blades want to congratulate Easton on his pro contract and wish him nothing but the best in Atlanta!
