Former Viper Captain Kraus Released By Ice Flyers:

Former Vernon Vipers captain, Kevin Kraus has been released by the SPHL Pensacola Ice Flyers. Kraus played three seasons in Vernon (2008-2010) helping the Vipers win back to back Royal Bank Cups in his final two seasons. Kraus was captain of the Vipers in his final season in Vernon. Kraus signed with the CHL Texas Brahmas on July 17th 2010 before being waived by the Brahmas on November, 6th 2010. In seven games with the Brahmas Kraus went pointless. Kraus signed with Pensacola back on November, 27th 2010 joining former Vernon Vipers forward, Rob Short who also signed with the Ice Fylers this year. Kraus collected four assists in seven games with the Ice Flyers.

This is posted on the Ice Fylers website:

Ice Flyers Release Krause

Pensacola Ice Flyers

Dec 20, 2010

Pensacola, FL - The Pensacola Ice Flyers waived Kevin Kraus on today. The 21 year old from Southern California is headed back to Canada to pursue an excellent job opportunity.

Todd Gordon said, "Kraus is an exceptional player and had a chance of a lifetime in Canada and simply could not pass it up. we will have big shoes to fill." Coach Gordon will be seeking fortification for his defense as the Ice Flyers play 5 games in the next 10 nights.