It looks the chances of hearing the Cecka, Cecka, Cecka chant this season took a hit today, with the release of the Omaha Lancers 25-man roster. One of the 16 forwards on the list was Owatonna Express forward Dan Cecka. He is one of three 1989 birth year players on their roster.
There are still a few reasons to be optimistic about him returning to our favorite junior hockey team at some point this season. Most importantly, the fact that the USHL teams only carry 23 players during the regular season. You can assume that of the 23, 2 will be goalies, and probably 7 will be defensemen. That leaves room for 14 forwards, and the Lancers currently have 16 forwards on the 25-man roster. This means that two guys(more than likely forwards) on the Lancer's 25-man roster will be cut after the Fall Classic (formerly the Buc Bowl). In addition to that, the Lancers could add some free agents, or place one of their affiliated players on the main roster. Stay tuned as we ramp up for the 2009/10 season.
My take: Cecka was a great addition last season, and added some much needed scoring when the Express were struggling to light the lamp, as he tallied 30 points in his 26 games with the team. In a way it's disappointing that he won't be back, but it's a better opportunity for him. If circumstances bring him back at some point, it will just be a complete bonus for the Express.
Congratulations Dan and good luck in Omaha.
See you at the rink.
--BK
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