ECHL: Former Cincinnati Cyclone Returns in Trade with Rapid City Rush

Patrick Polino skating for the Cyclones
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The Cincinnati Cyclones today announced the acquisition of Patrick Polino in a trade with the Rapid City Rush. The Cyclones acquired Polino in exchange for future considerations at the end of the 2024-25 season.

Polino, 29, makes his return to Cincinnati for a second stint with the organization after starting the 2024-25 season with the Adirondack Thunder. A former RPI Engineer, Polino has built an impressive resume in professional hockey. On August 29, 2024, his ECHL rights were traded to Adirondack in exchange for Tristan Ashbrook—another former RPI Engineer. This trade now brings the Cyclones full circle, as they gain both Ashbrook and Polino, who were originally swapped for each other earlier this season.

Related: ECHL: Adirondack Thunder Trade Tristan Ashbrook to Cincinnati Cyclones | Inside The Rink

In 55 games this year, Polino has registered five goals and 19 assists across his time with Adirondack, Allen, and Rapid City. Cincinnati marks his fourth stop this season, but fans will remember him well from his impactful first stint with the Cyclones. During that time, Polino played three seasons, wearing the assistant captain’s “A” for two of them. Across 170 games, he tallied an impressive 54 goals and 82 assists. Polino was also instrumental in the Cyclones’ two playoff runs in 2021-2022 and 2022-2023, contributing veteran leadership and a knack for clutch performances. Additionally, he has accumulated seven points in two postseason appearances with the team.

“We are excited to welcome Pat back to the Cyclones. We know what he can bring to this hockey team and we’re confident that he will contribute to our lineup during a critical stretch of the season like he has in the past” said Cincinnati Cyclones head coach Jason Payne.

From Cincinnati Cyclones

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Patrick Polino’s return to the Cincinnati Cyclones comes at a crucial time for the team. As they battle in the midst of a playoff race, Polino’s familiarity with the organization and his proven track record could be exactly what the Cyclones need to find an edge in the Central Division.


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Matthew Buhrmann

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One thought on “ECHL: Former Cincinnati Cyclone Returns in Trade with Rapid City Rush”

  1. He was a severely underwhelming player when he came to the Thunder, not surprised he was traded again.

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