WPCNR PRESS BOX. From United Hockey League Offices. June 15, 2006: In the wake of the indictment of their owner on racketeering charges last week, and revelations the team allegedly violated the United Hockey League salary cap, according to the Associated Press, the Danbury Trashers United Hockey League franchise has suspended operations for the 2006-2007 season. The Adirondack Frostbite playing out of Glens Falls have also suspended operations according to the United Hockey League Media Relations office. The Trashers were highly successful in Danbury, averaging 2,000 fans per game the last two seasons. Brian Werger, spokesperson for the league wrote WPCNR, "There really is not any further information or comment at this point. We do not know if there are any future plans with Danbury at this point."
The league issued this official statement:
The United Hockey League (UHL) announced Monday that the Adirondack Frostbite and Danbury Trashers have suspended operations. The teams will not compete during the 2006-07 season.
“Both organizations made a business decision to not participate in the league for the upcoming season,” stated Richard Brosal, UHL President/CEO. “The Frostbite were not able to secure a lease with the Glens Falls Civic Center. Without their closest geographical rival in the league, the Trashers made a financial decision to suspend their operations.”
A draft will be conducted later this week to disperse the players from the 2005-06 final rosters of both clubs.
