AHL Syracuse Crunch

Buffalo Sabres Great Rob Ray To Appear At Mirabito Outdoor Classic

Published on February 16, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Syracuse Crunch News Release


Syracuse, NY (February 16, 2010) - The Syracuse Crunch announced today that Buffalo Sabres great Rob Ray will take part in the pre-game ceremonies at the Mirabito Outdoor Classic, the AHL's first-ever outdoor game, featuring the host Crunch and Binghamton Senators at the New York State Fairgrounds on February 20 at 1 p.m.

Ray, 41, appeared in 900 combined National Hockey League games with Buffalo and Ottawa from 1989 - 2004, tallying 41 goals and 50 assists. The right wing became a fan favorite with his physical play during his 14-year tenure with the Sabres, leading Buffalo in penalty minutes nine times. Over the course of his career, Ray racked up 3,207 career penalty minutes, good for sixth on the NHL's all-time list.

Ray was recognized by being awarded the NHL's King Clancy Memorial Trophy in 1998-99, given to the player who best exemplifies leadership qualities on and off the ice and has made a noteworthy humanitarian contribution in his community. In addition, Ray was a member of the Buffalo Sabres team that went to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1998-99.

A native of Stirling, Ontario, Ray was selected by Buffalo in the fifth round, 97th overall, in the 1988 NHL Entry Draft.

Tickets for the Mirabito Outdoor Classic are priced at $30 for end grandstand and $40 for center grandstand seating. Group pricing begins at 20 tickets and range as low as $26.

In addition, tickets can be purchased by calling the Crunch office at (315) 473- 4444, calling TicketMaster at 1-800-745-3000 or by stopping by the Oncenter Box Office, located on the State Street Side of the War Memorial.

Mirabito Energy Products, the title sponsor of the Mirabito Outdoor Classic, is a New York-based company that has been providing energy needs for families and businesses throughout upstate New York since 1927. Mirabito Energy Products offers a variety of products including heating oil, propane, natural gas, coal, gasoline, diesel fuels, kerosene, and lubricants.

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