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March 9, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


NEXT HOME GAME...

Pirates vs. Binghamton Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Two-for-Tuesdays! Buy two tickets for Tuesday's game and get two free! There are only 2,000 of these special promotional tickets available, call the Pirates at (207) 828-4665 x350.

The game is sponsored by WCYY and The Phoenix with special entertainment acts before and after the game!

On Tuesday, the Portland Pirates, WCYY and the Portland Phoenix will host a local musical performance at the Stadium Restaurant and Sports Bar in downtown Portland from 6-7p.m.

Three bands from the Maine Academy of Modern Music that will perform are The Rotisserie Children, Phantom Companion and Apollo 99. The event is brought to you by the Portland Music Foundation and the Maine Academy of Modern Music.

Slam Dunk of a Deal!

Fans can purchase a Pirates ticket and a ticket for the world famous Harlem Globetrotters game on Sunday, March 22nd for a total of $28.00, that's a savings of $14! This offer is available at the Civic Center Box Office only and expires on Monday, March 9th.

As part of the festivities on Tuesday, there will be an autograph session with Wun The Shot Versher of the Harlem Globetrotters! There will also be Harlem Globetrotter giveaways and one lucky fan will win tickets to the Harlem Globetrotters game on March 22nd!

BUFFALO SABRES NAMED TOP DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM IN MINOR LEAGUE HOCKEY IN 2008-09

Recently, Minor League News (MLN) rated the Buffalo Sabres as the top development system among all NHL teams. Not only do the Portland Pirates, their AHL affiliate, have seven of the top 50 players in the MLN FAB50 Hockey 2009, but they also hold the 6, 9, 17 and 28 spots as well as the up-and-coming freshman forties at 44, 48 and 49.

Pirates @ Providence Friday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m.

Fans can watch or listen to Pirates games LIVE on the internet courtesy of AHL Live. Click the AHL Live icon on the left side of the Pirates home page to watch the game for $6 or listen for FREE! In the local Portland area, fans can also listen to the game on the U.S. Cellular Pirates/Radio Network. The U.S. Cellular Pirates/Radio Network includes the Pirates flagship station, The Home of Bob and Tom, 1400AM and 1490AM (Portland) and affiliates WEZR 1240 AM (Lewiston-Auburn), WTME 780 AM (Rumford) and WKTQ 1450 AM (South Paris).

SEASON TICKETS FOR 2009-10 ON SALE NOW!

Season tickets for the Portland Pirates 2009-2010 American Hockey League regular season are on sale now! Full season, half season and flex plans can be purchased with a $50 per ticket deposit by visiting the Pirates office at 94 Free Street in Portland or by calling (207) 828-4665 x350. The Pirates plans for next season include lower ticket prices and a re-scaling of the seating bowl at the Cumberland County Civic Center.

PIRATES ON THE AIR...

Glynn on WJAB 96.3FM

On Monday afternoon, Greg Glynn "The Voice of the Portland Pirates" will join "The PM Jab" with host Chris Sedenka at 4:45 p.m. Glynn will talk about what record Kevin Dineen is chasing and the team's upcoming home game against Binghamton.

Dineen on WJAB 96.3FM

On Tuesday morning, Portland Pirates head coach Kevin Dineen will join "The Morning Jab" with Shoe and Joe at 9:00 a.m. Dineen will talk about the team's recent game against Manchester and the Pirates upcoming game against the Binghamton Senators.

Dineen on WBLM 102.9 FM

This Thursday, Portland Pirates head coach Kevin Dineen will join the Captain and Celeste on WBLM 102.9FM at 8:30 a.m. Tune to hear Dineen's thoughts on the upcoming home games.

Weinrich on WJAB 96.3FM

Assistant Coach Eric Weinrich will make his weekly appearance on "The PM Jab" with Chris Sedenka on Thursday at 4:45 p.m. Tune in for your chance to win free tickets to an upcoming Pirates game!

UPCOMING EVENTS...

Pirates vs. Lowell Saturday, March 14 at 7:00 p.m.

The Pirates make their second and final trip this season to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee, sponsored by Goodwill. Fans are encouraged to bring articles of clothing to the game to donate to Goodwill. Fans that contribute to the clothing drive will receive one free Pirates ticket to the Pirates home game on Sunday, April 5th against the Springfield Falcons.

Pirates vs. Hartford Friday, March 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Friday is Time Warner Cable Hat Night! The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a free Pirates hat courtesy of Time Warner Cable. Friday is also Forecaster Family Night! Take the family to the game for only $35! To take advantage of this great offer, just bring the coupon from this week's Forecaster to the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office.

Pirates vs. Hershey Saturday, March 21 at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday Night is Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland as the Pirates take on the Hershey Bears. Saturday's game will feature a Teddy Bear Toss sponsored by State Farm. As part of the game, fans are encouraged to bring teddy bears to the game to throw on the ice after the Pirates score! All teddy bears will be donated to the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital at Maine Medical Center.

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