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February 15, 2005 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Adirondack Phantoms News Release


TEDDY BEAR TOSS TO TAKE PLACE ON FEB. 25

On Friday, Feb. 25 when the Hershey Bears visit the Wachovia Spectrum, the Phantoms will hold a Teddy Bear Toss. Fans are encouraged to bring new or gently used stuffed animals to the game, and then toss them onto the ice following the Phantoms' first goal. The stuffed animals will then be distributed to local shelters and children's hospitals. The Philadelphia Zoo will also be selling stuffed animals for $5 at the game if fans don't have any at home. In addition, the Philadelphia Zoo will be holding a raffle that will go towards the Phantoms adopting a polar bear through the Zoo's ADOPT (Animals Depend On People Too) program. The raffle winner will have the opportunity to join a Phantoms player at the Zoo to feed their female polar bears, Coldilocks and Klondike, and another animal.

NIITTYMAKI BOBBLEHEAD DOLL GIVEAWAY ON FEB. 27

The Phantoms will hold their first of three bobblehead doll nights on Sunday, Feb. 27, when the team takes on the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at the Wachovia Spectrum at 5:05 p.m. Antero Niittymaki bobblehead dolls will be given out to the first 4,000 kids (14 & under) in attendance. Two more bobblehead dolls featuring former head coach Bill Barber and legendary tough guy Frank "The Animal" Bialowas will take place later this season. Previews of the dolls can be found at www.phantomshockey.com under the "Community" menu item at "Special Events."

HOLMGREN ON "RUMBLE WITH THE PHANTOMS" ON WEDNESDAY

Flyers and Phantoms assistant general manager Paul Holmgren will be the guest on the Phantoms' weekly radio show, "Rumble with the Phantoms," this Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Hosted by Tom Shaw, the show features an interview, news on the team and ticket giveaways every Wednesday on WNJC (1360 AM). Fans can listen on the radio or online at www.wnjc1360.com.

NEXT TELEVISED GAME ON FEB. 25

Comcast SportsNet will air its eighth of 10 Phantoms games this season when the Hershey Bears visit the Wachovia Spectrum on Friday, Feb. 25. Flyers radio announcer Tim Saunders will handle the play-by-play duties, while Flyers color commentator Steve Coates will provide his insight into the game. Coverage for the game begins at 7:00 p.m.

NEXT PHANTOMS POSTGAME SHOW ON FEB. 25 Can't get enough Phantoms action? Then stick around for The Phantoms Postgame Show at Bullies Sports Bar & Restaurant. Hosted by David Unkle of the Topcat Sports Show on WNJC 1360-AM, the Phantoms Postgame Show lets you get up close and personal with your favorite Phantoms player following 24 games throughout the season. The next shows will take place following the games on Friday, Feb. 25 and Sunday, Feb. 27. All Phantoms Postgame Shows can also be found on www.phantomshockey.com.

VOCE AT POLONIA BANK FLYERS SKATE ZONE AT NE PHILADELPHIA ON FEB. 26

Phantoms left wing and Northeast Philadelphia native Tony Voce will be in his backyard on Saturday, Feb. 26 to sign autographs from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Polonia Bank Flyers Skate Zone in Northeast Philadelphia. The Skate Zone is located at 10990 Decatur Road. Fans are encouraged to stick around for the public skating session on Saturday night from 8:00-10:00 p.m.

NEXT CHALK TALK RESCHEDULED FOR FEB. 27

The next Phantoms Chalk Talk for season ticket holders has been rescheduled for Feb. 27 at 2:00 p.m., prior to the game against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at the Wachovia Spectrum. Assistant coach Craig Berube will be the featured speaker at Bullies Sports Bar and Restaurant that afternoon.

MEXICAN VACATION GIVEAWAY REGISTRATION UNDER WAY

Apple Vacations will be giving away a free trip for four to Cancun, Mexico on Fan Appreciation Night on April 17 at the Wachovia Spectrum, as the Phantoms face the Norfolk Admirals in their final home game of the regular season at 5:05 p.m. Registration for the trip, which will include airfare and accommodations at Sol Melia resorts for five days and four nights, as well as all meals, drinks and tips, is under way at the Apple Vacations table set up on the concourse.

TEAM BRACELETS; PUCKS & KISSES ON SALE FOR CHARITY

Comcast-Spectacor Charities is now selling special team-related silicone bracelets of the Phantoms, Flyers and 76ers. The bracelets can be purchased at home games or ordered through the individual team websites, including www.phantomshockey.com, or by calling 215-389-9426. Each bracelet is a different color and has a different word for each team, including the purple "Dream" bracelet of the Phantoms, and each is $2 apiece. The bracelets have been an overwhelming success and the demand has been greater than the supply, so the Flyers Wives ask that fans please be patient in the delivery.

In addition, Comcast-Spectacor Charities will be selling Flyers Alumni Pucks & Kisses from Jan. 7-Feb. 11. Priced at $20 apiece, the pucks can also be purchased at home games or ordered by calling 215-389-9426.

PHANTOMS HOLDING CONTEST FOR LAWN SIGNS

Now is your chance to help promote the Phantoms in your community. Pick up your own lawn sign, which reads, "Phantoms Hockey – Home Tonight!" at the Phantoms offices or at any home game. Simply place the sign in front of your home, work or anywhere else to let people know that there is a Phantoms home game that night and that they should not miss any of the action! The team is also running a contest for the most creative location, so send in your pictures! One suite for an upcoming Phantoms game will be awarded to a winner each month for the remainder of the season. For more information, call 215-952-5663 or email mhart@comcast-spectacor.com.

TICKET INFORMATION

Tickets to all Phantoms home games are $19, $18 and $14 for adults, and $8 for all children 14 and under, and are available now at the Wachovia Center box office and all Ticketmaster locations throughout the Delaware Valley. Tickets can also be charged by phone by calling 215-336-2000, 856-338-9000 or 302-984-2000 or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Contact the Phantoms office at 215-465-4522 or log on to www.phantomshockey.com for information on group discounts, birthday packages and the Family Value Pack.



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