Ryan Strome returns to the Niagara IceDogs for his third season with the team in 2012-2013 after being acquired via trade from Barrie in 2009.
A native of Mississauga, Ontario, Strome was drafted 8th overall in the 2009 OHL Priority Selection to the Barrie Colts. He completed the 2011-2012 season with 30 goals, and 38 assists for 68 points in 46 games played with the IceDogs.
Ryan has competed for Team Canada at both the 2012 and 2013 World Junior Championships, earning a bronze during the 2012 tournament.
Ryan was selected 5th overall by the New York Islanders during the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.