AHL Syracuse Crunch

'Big Bad' John Badduke to Return to Syracuse for Opening Night

Published on October 4, 2013 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Syracuse Crunch News Release


Syracuse, NY - The Syracuse Crunch will celebrate their 20th home opener with the help of fan-favorite, former player 'Big Bad' John Badduke.

Badduke will make a special appearance at Upstate University Hospital Opening Night on Oct. 12 when the Crunch host the Rochester Americans at 7:00 p.m. Badduke will participate in a ceremonial puck drop and be available for autographs during the first intermission.

Badduke was a member of the inaugural Syracuse Crunch team in 1994 and quickly became a fan favorite playing in parts of the 1994-95, 1995-96 and 1996-97 seasons. Badduke totaled 10 points (8g, 2a). His 649 career penalty minutes ranks fourth in Crunch history. A banner honoring Badduke was raised during the 1998-99 season after a fan vote recognized him as the fan favorite during the franchise's first five seasons.

The Crunch kick-off the 2013-14 season with a visit to the Binghamton Senators on Oct. 5 followed by their Upstate University Hospital home opener on Oct. 12 against the Rochester Americans. Season tickets for 2013-14 can be purchased either in person at the Crunch Box Office located at the War Memorial on 800 South State Street in Syracuse, or by calling the office at (315) 473- 4444. For all the latest Crunch information and updates, fans can visit the team's official website (www.syracusecrunch.com) or follow the club on Facebook (www.facebook.com/syracusecrunch) and on Twitter (@SyracuseCrunch).

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