Yoder returns to Gladiators

Action photo of Zach Yoder of the Atlanta Gladiators

DULUTH, Ga. – The Atlanta Gladiators announced that the team has signed defenseman Zach Yoder for the 2022-23 season.

Yoder, 28, posted 10 points (0g-10a) in 60 games with Atlanta last season. The Woodstock, Georgia native became a staple in the Gladiators' lineup throughout his first full professional campaign and even slotted in at forward for select games. Yoder first turned pro in 2020 with the Toledo Walleye and then spent eight games with the Southern Professional Hockey League's Huntsville Havoc in the 2020-21 season.

Prior to turning pro, Yoder defenseman skated one season at the Air Force Academy followed by three seasons at Ferris State University. Through 127 career collegiate games, Yoder totaled 30 points (4g-26a) and 154 penalty minutes.