Moran can play as a forward or a defenceman

Hull Stingrays have signed Great Britain international defenceman Paul Moran, who was a free agent following his release by Belfast Giants.

The 24-year-old Nottingham Panthers junior programme product played 51 times for the Giants last season.

Stingrays coach Rick Strachan told BBC Radio Humberside: "If you ask Paul to run through a brick wall he will.

"He'll give everything he has every night. I know exactly what to expect from him and he knows what I expect."

Moran had seven seasons with the Panthers before a brief spell with Sheffield Steelers.

Strachan believes Moran will add utility value to his team.

"He can play defence or forward but will predominantly play defence as we need a fifth defenceman.

"But over the course of a long season his versatility will be a bonus for us. He competes hard and he will do a good job."