The Manitoba Moose Hockey Club announced today the team has released forward Brent Pedersen from his professional tryout.

Pedersen, 23, has appeared in 29 games with the Moose this season while scoring four goals and adding one assist.  The former Carolina Hurricanes draft pick also has 28 points (10G, 18A) in 24 games with the ECHL’s Orlando Solar Bears.

The Moose continue their push to the playoffs against the Texas Stars on Friday at Bell MTS Place. Tickets for the 7 p.m. puck drop are available at moosehockey.com/tickets.