Syracuse, NY (March 26, 2012) – The Syracuse Crunch announced today that the Anaheim Ducks have returned right wing Kyle Palmieri to the Crunch.

Palmieri, 21, has appeared in 18 games with the Ducks this season totaling seven points (4g, 3a). Since being recalled from the Crunch on March 12, 2012, the winger has recorded five points (3g, 2a) in seven games.  Prior to his recall Palmieri was leading the AHL in goals scored with 32, and is currently ranked third in scoring among Crunch players with 55 points (32g. 23a) in 42 games.

The Crunch host the Adirondack Phantoms at the War Memorial Arena in the first game of a home-and-home series on Wednesday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Both season tickets and single game tickets can be purchased either in person at the Crunch Box Office located at the War Memorial on 800 South State Street in Syracuse, or by calling the office at (315) 473- 4444. For all the latest Crunch information and updates, fans can visit the team's official website at (www.syracusecrunch.com) or follow the club on Facebook at (www.facebook.com/syracusecrunch) and on Twitter (www.twitter.com/syracusecrunch).