Griffins Release Randy Gazzola

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Griffins on Monday released defenseman Randy Gazzola from his professional tryout.

Gazzola made his AHL debut on Dec. 10 when he logged a minus-one rating against the Manitoba Moose. The third-year pro skated in two games with the Griffins from Dec. 10-11 but did not register a penalty minute or point.

Gazzola will return to Toledo where he has totaled 12 points (1-11—12) and four penalty minutes through 10 games this season. Gazzola won the ECHL’s Kelly Cup in 2020-21 with the Fort Wayne Komets, amassing career highs in games played (46) and assists (29). During his three-year career in the ECHL, Gazzola has posted 50 points (6-44—50) and 16 penalty minutes in 63 outings. The Thorold, Ontario, native also spent a season in Italy with Ritten in the Alps Hockey League, where he recorded 34 points (10-24—34) and 14 penalty minutes in 44 outings.

Single-game tickets are on sale now. Fans can secure their full-season, select-season or group ticket packages by calling (616) 774-4585 ext. 2 or visit griffinshockey.com for more information.

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