News: Chad Costello named Warrior Hockey ECHL Player of the Month

Allen, Texas – The Allen Americans, proud ECHL affiliate of the Seattle Kraken (NHL), announced today that Chad Costello, has been named the Warrior Hockey, ECHL Player of the Month for January 2022.

Chad Costello had a big month in January with 20 points in 15 games, which included a six-point night against the Tulsa Oilers on January 16th in an 8-0 Allen victory. It is the fourth time in his career he has won the award.

“It’s nice to be recognized by Warrior Hockey and the ECHL, but right now we need wins,” noted Costello. “We had three big ones last weekend against Newfoundland, and now we need to build on that starting tonight. Our goal is to climb up in the standings, and go deep into the playoffs.”

Costello is currently second overall in the league in scoring with 44 points in 37 games. He has 11 multi-point games this year including a hat trick on January 7th.

Over his four seasons with the Americans, he has 394 points in 253 games (116 goals and 252 assists).

Costello and the Americans are back to action tonight against the Wichita Thunder at 7:05 pm in Allen. Call 972-912-1000 for tickets!

About the Allen AMERICANS

The Allen AMERICANS PROFESSIONAL HOCKEY CLUB is a member of the ECHL, the world’s top Double-A hockey league, and is the affiliate of the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Seattle Kraken.

Founded in 2009, the club is owned by Jack D. Gulati, known internationally as the “Serial Entrepreneur.” Championship Hockey is the backbone of the franchise, with the Red having captured back-to-back ECHL Kelly Cup Championships in 2014-15 & 2015-16 and two Central Hockey League President’s Cups in 2012-13 & 2013-14. Over the years, more than 323 players have worn the Red Sweater, with 4 AMERICANS having moved up to play in the NHL.

Tickets for home games at the Credit Union of Texas Event Center are available at AllenAmericans.com/tickets or by calling 972-912-1000.