UMD Defenseman Will Francis Signs with San Diego Gulls

The Ducks organization selected Francis in the 6th round of the 2019 NHL Draft.

DULUTH, Minn.- A current Bulldog is making the jump to the pros.

In his end of the year presser Wednesday morning, Head Coach Scott Sandelin announced that defenseman Will Francis has signed with the San Diego Gulls of the AHL.

Francis, who’s had three bouts with cancer during his time at UMD, skated in 39 games and tallied one assist in the 2022-2023 season.

The Ducks organization selected Francis in the 6th round of the 2019 NHL Draft.

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