#ahl-rookies

#ahl-rookies

The talented forward prospect extended his AHL assist streak to six games after authoring the primary apple on Brett Leason's second-period power-play goal against the Providence Bruins.

The goal was made possible due to some hustle by Protas on the forecheck. As Thunderbirds defenseman Theo Lindstein looked to break out of the zone, Protas's pressure forced him to make a poor pass, chunking his feed off the netting of Springfield's goal. Protas then picked up the loose biscuit and fed Thomas, who beat goaltender Georgi Romanov with a shot from between the circles.