>News coming late tonight that Miami has landed it’s second hockey commitment this week. Forward Cody Murphy ,a 17 year old from Highwood, Illinois, has committed to play hockey at Miami beginning in the 2010 season and currently plays for the Cedar Rapids Roughriders of the USHL. Here’s what some are saying about Miami’s latest catch:

From the Select 17 Camp Report:

Cody Murphy-Never really able to put things together and score like he is capable of, but is still incredibly talented. A good skater with excellent finishing ability.

From the Western College Hockey Recruiting Board:

Cody Murphy-Columbus(USHL)-Very fast with good finishing ability and a nice shot.

Murphy’s Stats from Team Illinois:

2007/2008- 24 GP, 14 G, 8 A, 24 PIM

2006/2007-26 GP, 6 G, 10 A, 32 PIM

2004/2005- 28 GP, 18 G, 19 A, 32 PIM