News & Notes From Around Pioneer Nation

DU Alum J.P. Testwuide will attend the Minnesota Wild Prospect Development Camp this week. Testwuide worked himself into the Houston Areos lineup at the end of last season. He managed to appear in 13 of the Aeros 20 playoff games.

DU Alum Peter Mannino signed with the Atlanta Thrashers. Most likely Mannino will begin the season with the Chicago Wolves of the AHL.

Since midway through last season, Patrick Wiercioch has gained almost 20 lbs. and now stacks 197 lbs. on his 6-foot-5 frame. After picking up a point per game in his freshman season at the University of Denver, he is clear on his goal for next season. "I want to play in the NHL," said Wiercioch. "As soon as possible. If it's next year, hopefully I get the opportunity to. If not, I'll be more than happy to spend another year or two in college to develop."

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