Per the Toledo Blade’s Mark Monroe:
Among the reasons former Bowling Green State University forward Brandon Kruse wanted to return to northwest Ohio was the chance to play at the Huntington Center.
Kruse, a highly-skilled winger who averaged nearly a point per game in a four-year career at BG, signed with the Toledo Walleye last month. The native of Saline, Mich., played against the Walleye while with the Newfoundland Growlers last December.
“For me, it was pretty cool. I was excited. So many friends and family were there,” Kruse said. “As an opposing team, it’s a little intimidating. But at the same time, I can say it’s really easy to get up for games there. You live for those moments and those crowds. It’s pretty easy to play in those environments, because you’re just so jacked up.”
Kruse had two assists for the Growlers in a 6-4 loss to the Walleye on Dec. 27. It was a sizable turnout of 8,072 fans for a rare Tuesday night game.
“It’s definitely a great atmosphere, and I can’t wait to play there all season,” Kruse said.
