Defenseman Michael Craig became available because border restrictions won't allow his Buffalo Jr. Sabres team to compete in the OJHL. The Clippers acquired the '02 rearguard in a one year loan deal. (OJHL Images)

By Dan Marshall

New Clipper

Clippers add Craig in loan deal with Jr. Sabres

Aug 25, 2020 | 12:58 PM

NANAIMO — The Clippers have added an offensive defenseman in a very rare loan deal with Buffalo of the OJHL.

2002 born defenseman Michael Craig will come to Nanaimo after recording four goals and 15 assists in 51 games with the Jr. Sabres last season.

Buffalo won’t be able to participate in the upcoming OJHL season because of border restrictions which made the St. Catharines, Ontario native available.

Clippers head coach Darren Naylor sees the Craig as a strong skater who can be a scoring threat from the blueline.

“I am happy to add depth to our d-core for the coming season. Michael is a high skill defenceman who makes good reads and smart plays.”

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Craig was drafted by the OHL’s Niagara Ice Dogs but intends to continue playing Junior A hockey to pursue an NCAA college commitment.

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