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BFL Canada to Sponsor ECHL Hall of Fame Luncheon, Ken Holland to Deliver Keynote

November 2, 2015 - ECHL (ECHL)
Kalamazoo Wings News Release


KALAMAZOO, MI- Detroit Red Wings general manager and executive vice president Ken Holland has been named keynote speaker for the 9th annual ECHL Hall of Fame luncheon presented by BFL Canada as part of the 2016 CCM/ECHL Hockey Heritage Week presented by PNC Bank and Bronson Sports Medicine, the Kalamazoo Wings announced in conjunction with the ECHL on Monday.

The event, set to take place at the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites in Kalamazoo at 12 p.m. on February 5, is one of the highlights of the ECHL's premier mid-season event. Aside from Holland acting as the keynote speaker, the presentation will also include the induction of the 2016 ECHL Hall of Fame class, which will be announced in December.

"The ECHL is thrilled to bring the Hall of Fame Luncheon to Kalamazoo, a city rich with hockey history, as part of our line-up of festivities during the 2016 CCM/ECHL Hockey Heritage Week," said Ryan Crelin, senior vice president of business operations for the ECHL. "We couldn't be happier to have Ken Holland to help us commemorate this induction, along with BFL Canada's continued support to make this one of our signature league events."

"This is yet another exciting year for our organization to be part of as presenting sponsor of the 9th edition of the ECHL Hall of Fame Luncheon," said Nellie Lindner, vice president of sports, film and entertainment at BFL Canada Risk & Insurance Services Inc. "Our passion for the sport and commitment to our client (ECHL) are exemplified by our ongoing support and sponsorship."

Individual luncheon tickets can be purchased for $49 starting Monday, November 9, or luncheon tickets can be purchased as part of the Hall of Fame ticket package for $79, which includes a game ticket to the February 5 contest against Toledo, a Hockey Hall of Fame exhibit pass, a Stanley Cup viewing with photo, and luncheon access. Tickets can be purchased at the Wings Event Center box office or at kwings.com.

For more information regarding the Hall of Fame induction process, e-luncheon-p200142

Highlights of the 2016 CCM/ECHL Hockey Heritage Week presented by PNC Bank and Bronson Hospital:

- Stanley Cup and Kelly Cup tour of Kalamazoo and surrounding area

- Representatives from all 28 ECHL teams in attendance

- NHL trophies, exhibits and games from the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto

- Special fan interactions with players, coaches and alumni

- Hockey Heritage merchandise available for purchase

- Exclusive ticket packages

- Two games between Kalamazoo and Toledo

Kalamazoo hosts the Adirondack Thunder on Wednesday, November 4 in the annual education day game with a special 10:30 a.m. start time. The game can be heard on AM 1660 The Fan.

Single-game tickets are now on sale! Tickets can be purchased at kwings.com or at the Wings Event Center box office. Box office hours are Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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