>Steve Spinell, a defenseman slated to join the RedHawks blueline next season who currently plays for the Fargo Force, has been named the CCM USHL Defensive Player of the Week.

CCM USHL DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE WEEK
Steve Spinell – Fargo Force
Vernon Hills, Illinois

Spinell helped the expansion Fargo Force get off on the right foot in the first weekend. On Friday night, Spinell set up the eventual game-winning goal and then sealed the win with an empty net goal as Fargo beat Omaha 4-2. The next night, Spinell went scoreless in a 3-2 loss to Sioux Falls. He was +2 on the weekend.