Neal returns, Korostin recalled by Texas

(Boise, ID) ? In a swap of wingers, the American Hockey League?s Texas Stars have reassigned forward Michael Neal to Idaho while recalling forward Sergei Korostin from Idaho to Texas. Neal will be back with the team in time for practice on Tuesday and Wednesday night?s home game against the Utah Grizzlies. Korostin, among Dallas? most-touted prospects, spent four games with Idaho where he scored four goals and added two assists. He had 14 points (9 goals, 5 assists) in 32 games with Texas before he was sent to Idaho on New Year?s Day. Neal skated for Idaho?s AHL affiliate on Friday night. He didn?t register a point but did pick up two penalty minutes. He has now appeared in four games for Texas this season. In 32 games with Idaho in the ECHL, Neal has 11 points (4 goals, 7 assists). Dallas (NHL) is the parent club of Texas (AHL) and Idaho (ECHL). The Steelheads return home on Wednesday, January 13, to host the Utah Grizzlies. Tickets are available at the Qwest Arena box office or by calling 208.331.TIXS. Group outings are a great way to get friends, family, co-workers, or colleagues together to enjoy a night out at great savings over walk-up ticket prices. Contact the Steelheads front office at 208.383.0080 or log on to www.idahosteelheads.com for more information.