Americans Release Former Viper Short:

Former Vernon Vipers forward, Rob Short was released by the CHL Allen Americans Monday. Short who played the past four seasons with his hometown Vipers (2006-2010) was given a try-out with the Americans.

This is posted on the Americans website:

Americans Trim Roster, Prepare for Opener

ALLEN, Texas-

It's time. The 2010-11 season is finally here. This Friday and Saturday when the Texas Brahmas visit the Allen Event Center, the Allen Americans will lace 'em up for the first time since the 2009-10 Ray Miron Cup finals.

In preparation for this weekend's season opener, Americans Head Coach and General Manager Dwight Mullins announced several roster moves, including the completion of a trade with the Mississippi Riverkings.

Forwards Chris Myhro, Aaron McGill, and Rob Short, along with goaltender Ryan Fitzsimmons, have been been released by the club, while foward Matt Miller has been traded to Mississippi.

Short, 21, scored the first goal of the preseason for the Americans on a wrist shot from the wing Friday night at NYTEX Sports Centre. Friday night's game was the only appearance of the preseason for Short.