CINCINNATI, Ohio – The Cincinnati Cyclones, proud affiliate of the NHL's Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators, announced today that forward Zach Budish has been assigned to the club from the Milwaukee Admirals (AHL).

Budish (BOO-dish), an Edina, Minnesota native, returns to Cincinnati for his second year as a pro. The 23-year-old spent the bulk of the season with the Milwaukee Admirals (AHL) and posted nine points (3g, 6a) in 41 games along with a +4 rating. After being assigned in February, Budish tallied nine points (3g, 6a) in 16 regular season games before logging 24 Kelly Cup Playoff contests. In the postseason, he accrued 11 points (6g, 5a) including the game-winning strike on two occasions. So far in 2014-15, Budish has notched three points (1g, 2a) in six games for the Admirals.

The 'Clones are on the road this weekend as they visit the Quad City Mallards, a new ECHL team this season, on Friday and Saturday night. Both contests are set to begin at 8:00pm ET. Fans can hear the action live on the Cyclones Radio Network and watch at Game Time Sports Bar and Grill in Cheviot via ECHL.TV beginning at 7:40pm ET.

The Cyclones will return to U.S. Bank Arena on Friday, November 7 when they welcome in the Indy Fuel at 7:30pm. It will be the first Kids Eat FREE Night of the season where fans ages 2-12 will enjoy some FREE food courtesy of John Morrell. In addition, there will be the first of two pre-game Bourbon Tasting events in 2014-15. Call 513.421.PUCK to secure your seats and for more details. Fans can also get the latest team updates throughout the season on Facebook, Twitter (@CincyCyclones), and Instagram!