Men's Ice Hockey 1/13/2023 10:15:00 AM Chicago Steel

STEEL ACQUIRE QUINN FINLEY IN TRADE WITH MADISON

Islanders prospect returns to Chicago; Jack Brandt joins Capitols

GENEVA, ILLINOIS— The Chicago Steel have acquired New York Islanders prospect Quinn Finley in a trade with the Madison Capitols, the team announced Friday.

Finley, a Clark Cup Champion with the Steel in the 2020-2021 season, returns to the Steel from the Capitols after posting 27 points (10G, 17A) in 23 games played in the regular season thus far. The forward was second on the Capitols in points and registered a season high two goals and three points vs. Chicago on Nov. 5.

The Suamico, Wis. native was drafted by the New York Islanders in the Third Round (#78 Overall) of the 2022 NHL Draft. Finley, a six-foot-tall, 178 lbs. forward is committed to University of Wisconsin.

"It's pretty special to have Quinn Finley return where his junior career started," said Steel Head Coach and General Manager Mike Garman. "He was part of our championship team along with Jack Stark, Nick Moldenhauer, Jack Harvey, Jake Livanavage, and Anthony Dowd and we're extremely excited to welcome him back to the Steel.
"Quinn is a very talented player who is hard to play against and we can't wait to have him back in a Steel jersey."

The Capitols will receive forward Jack Brandt, Chicago's 2023 Phase II 1^st and 2^nd Round Picks, and future considerations.

Brandt, a Columbus, Ohio native had two assists in 20 games for Chicago this season.

"We'd like to thank Jack Brandt for all he did as a member of the Steel," said Garman. "He's a great player and teammate and we wish him the best with Madison. We'd also like to thank Madison for their player-first mentality given the unique situation with Quinn."

In 2020-2021, Finley recorded 6 points (1G, 5A) in 39 games with the Steel. Originally drafted by Madison, Finley was selected by Chicago in a dispersal draft prior to the season when the Capitols were unable to participate in the 2020-2021 USHL season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Finley's rights reverted to Madison prior to the 2021-2022 season in which he registered 29 points (12G, 17A) in 39 regular season games. He helped lead Madison to the Clark Cup Final, recording 10 points (5G, 5A) in 14 playoff games including three multi-point games.

Finley is expected to be in uniform tonight when the Steel visit the Capitols Friday, Jan. 13 at Bob Suter's Capitol Ice Arena. The Steel return home Saturday, Jan. 14 for the eighth annual Teddy Bear Toss presented by Geneva Family Dental at Fox Valley Ice Arena. Fans are asked to bring a new stuffed animal to the game to throw on the ice after the first Steel goal. Teddy bears will be donated to area charities. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m..
Following this weekend, the Steel are home again for a pair of games. The Steel take on the Waterloo Black Hawks Friday, January 20 for Tie-Dye Day presented by McCormick FONA. Saturday, January 21, the Steel face the Des Moines Buccaneers for Star Wars Night.

Tickets for all Steel home games start at just $10 and are available by calling 855-51-STEEL, purchasing at ChicagoSteelHockeyTeam.com or visiting the Steel box office at Fox Valley Ice Arena during business hours.

All Chicago Steel tickets are digital and available on mobile devices. Fans should create their profile online by clicking here. For more information on digital tickets for the Chicago Steel, click here. Fans attending this weekend's games and all Steel home games this season are encouraged to purchase tickets prior to arriving at the arena to avoid any delays on game night.

Season ticket plans starting at 5 games for just $50 and group tickets and experiences are on sale now by calling 855-51-STEEL or emailing info@ChicagoSteelHockeyTeam.com.

Chicago Steel Upcoming Schedule presented by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush:
Friday, January 13 at Madison Capitols (7:05 p.m. CT)
Saturday, January 14 vs. Madison Capitols (7:05 p.m. CT) – Teddy Bear Toss presented by Geneva Family Dental
Friday, January 20 vs. Waterloo Black Hawks (7:05 p.m. CT) – Tie-Dye Day presented by McCormick FONA with a special jersey auction to benefit the Geneva Academic Foundation

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#23 Jack Brandt: F; 5' 10"; Uncommitted

Players Mentioned

#23 Jack Brandt
: 5' 10"; Uncommitted
: F

Players Mentioned

#23 Jack Brandt

Players Mentioned

#23 Jack Brandt