A New Chapter for Silye and Ottenbreit
David Silye, the 2022‑23 CCHA Forward of the Year, has inked a deal with Ferencvárosi TC in the ICEHL after completing two seasons in the AHL. The Hungarian club, which finished its inaugural ICEHL campaign with a 17‑24‑7 record, will hope the former Minnesota State‑Mankato standout can add depth to a roster still searching for consistency.
Silye’s professional résumé includes 24 points in 115 AHL appearances and a reputation for versatile forward play. His collegiate breakthrough came at Minnesota State‑Mankato, where he was recognized as the conference’s top forward and helped the program capture a CCHA tournament title.
Across the Atlantic, Turner Ottenbreit is set to resume his KHL journey with the Shanghai Dragons. The Canadian forward previously logged 13 points in 57 games for the Calgary Wranglers of the AHL and capped his junior career with a WHL championship alongside the Seattle Thunderbirds. Ottenbreit’s return adds a layer of experience to a Shanghai squad that is still establishing itself in the league.
Logan Drevitch, who spent his entire pro tenure with the Savannah Ghost Pirates, announced his retirement from professional hockey. Over 274 ECHL games he accumulated 178 points, and his contributions helped the franchise secure its first playoff berth in history. Drevitch’s departure marks the end of an era for a team that grew from expansion curiosity to a competitive presence in the league.
Looking Ahead
The moves underscore a busy off‑season period for clubs across the ICEHL, KHL and ECHL, as teams blend veteran savvy with emerging talent. While Silye and Ottenbreit embark on new chapters, Drevitch’s exit opens a spot for younger players to step into more prominent roles.
Fans can expect a fresh dynamic when Ferencvárosi TC opens its next campaign, and the Shanghai Dragons will look to capitalize on Ottenbreit’s familiarity with the North American style of play. Meanwhile, the hockey community bids farewell to Drevitch, whose career trajectory reflected the perseverance required to thrive in minor‑league circuits.