Pirates Cancel Saturday Pre-Season Game
September 29, 2010 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release
PORTLAND, ME - The Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League announced today that they have canceled their pre-season game against the Manchester Monarchs scheduled to be played this Saturday at the Portland Ice Arena.
"Due to the Sabres' decision to extend the stay of many prospects and veterans further into training camp and participate in the NHL exhibition schedule, the Pirates' training camp has been reduced in duration," said Pirates Managing Owner/CEO Brian Petrovek. "As a result, we will not have the necessary number of players here in Portland this weekend to conduct an exhibition game at the Portland Ice Arena as previously planned. We look forward to introducing the 2010-2011 Portland Pirates to our fans on opening night, October 9 at 7 pm at the Civic Center."
A Pirates representative will contact all fans who purchased advance tickets for the game to arrange a refund.
The Pirates open their 18th season of competition, the 34th season of AHL action at the Cumberland County Civic Center, on Saturday, October 9th when the Manchester Monarchs visit the Cumberland County Civic Center for a 7 p.m. contest. Join the Pirates for the first Saturday Night is Hockey Night in Portland game of the season. The first 2,500 fans into the game receive a free Pirates magnetic schedule courtesy of JobsInME.com, the "Official Job Board" of the Pirates. Tickets for the home opener, as well as each of the 39 other Pirates home games, are on sale now at the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office or on-line at ticketmaster.com.
Discount tickets and ticket packages can also be purchased by calling 207-828-4665 ext. 350 or by visiting portlandpirates.com.
Now is the time to cash in on great savings by purchasing discounted ticket plans and advance tickets for the Pirates 2010-11 season. Ticket packages are available to meet all budgets and schedules. Call a Pirates Ticket representative today to see how you can see what you've been missing!
$50 Gets You The Best Seat in the House: Pirates 2010-11 Season Ticket Packages are now available. Season Ticket prices remain unchanged for the second straight season! Pirates Season Ticket Holders enjoy numerous benefits including guaranteed seat location, great savings compared to Box Office prices, flexible payment options and Season Ticket Holders never waste a ticket. For a limited time, Premium Main Deck Tickets are available at Main Deck Pricing! To reserve your 2010-11 Season Tickets call the Pirates office at 207-828-4665 x350.
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