Evers returns to Railers

Action photo of Christian Evers of the Worcester Railers

WORCESTER, Mass. – The Worcester Railers Hockey Club, ECHL affiliate of the New York Islanders, announced that the club has signed defenseman Christian Evers to a contract for the 2023-24 season.

Evers, 26, returns for his second season with the Railers, and third as a professional. In 44 games for Worcester last season, he recorded 11 points (1g-10a) along with 43 penalty minutes and a +1 rating. Evers has made previous stops with the Rapid City Rush and Indy Fuel, along with the American Hockey League's San Jose Barracuda.

Prior to turning pro, Evers spent four seasons at the University of Vermont, where he totaled 34 points (14g-20a) in 100 games.