ECHL: Austin Heidemann Traded to Greenville Swamp Rabbits

The Greenville Swamp Rabbits have acquired forward Austin Heidemann from the Bloomington Bison. The 25-year-old from Maple Grove, MN, stands at 6’0″ and weighs 190 lbs. As a right-handed shooter, Heidemann has gained valuable professional experience in the ECHL. His consistent performance and adaptability in a challenging, physical environment have significantly contributed to his career growth.

ECHL Background

With the Wichita Thunder, Heidemann made an impact in his 31 games, registering seven goals and five assists. His performance with Wichita demonstrated his ability to adjust to the faster pace and physicality of the professional game. This earned him recognition as a promising offensive asset.

After his stint with Wichita, Heidemann had a brief but notable run with the Bloomington Bison. He appeared in just five games and recorded an assist. His time with the Bison showcased his adaptability and readiness to contribute in various professional settings. His ECHL experiences have refined his offensive skills and built the resilience needed to thrive in high-pressure situations. Consequently, this underscores his potential to be a key contributor for the Greenville Swamp Rabbits.

Impact of the Trade on Greenville

Greenville currently finds itself 7th in the South Division, with a record of 21 wins and 23 losses, totaling 49 points in 51 games, and a .480 winning percentage. Moreover, the Swamp Rabbits will face stiff competition coming up from division leaders.

The final stretch for Greenville is a grueling 20-game schedule that includes tough away matchups at teams like the Orlando Solar Bears and Jacksonville Icemen, as well as critical home series against the Kansas City Mavericks and Atlanta Gladiators. Key contests against division rivals such as the South Carolina Stingrays and Florida Everblades will be pivotal for the Swamp Rabbits.

The addition of Austin Heidemann is expected to bring some additional offensive depth to for Greenville. His recent 10-game performance hints at his potential to become a reliable secondary scoring option for the Swamp Rabbits.