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Blades Welcome Toronto Blue Jays on 'Wear Your Jersey Night'

January 9, 2013 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Saskatoon Blades News Release


The Saskatoon Blades finally return to the ice this Friday after a week between games! The Blades are proud to welcome the Red Deer Rebels to town for a meeting between two teams who continue to battle in the WHL's Eastern Conference standings.

Saskatoon enters the game as winners of their last two games and 6 of their last 10 games overall. They continue to put on their 2nd-half push as they embark on a busy home schedule over the next two months.

Not only will Friday's game against Red Deer be a huge game in the standings, but it's also a huge game in regards to promotions. The Toronto Blue Jays are in town as part of their Winter Tour!

Saskatoon is proud to welcome J.P. Arencibia, Anthony Gose, Drew Hutchison, and Colby Rasmus!! They will be signing autographs on the concourse at CUC from 5:30 until 6:45.

The doors to CUC will be open early on Friday night, so come on in at 5 o'clock and get in line for your chance to meet the Blue Jays and get their autographs! The Jays will also be taking part in a ceremonial puck drop on what is going to be a very special night!

Tickets continue to move quickly and we're expecting a huge crowd, so get yours now by clicking here!

The Blades also have many other great promotions coming up. Make sure you read all about them below!

Other Saskatoon Blades News

- This Friday, January 11th is also "jersey night" at the Blades game. Wear your Blades or Blue Jays jersey to the game to be eligible for 20% off at the team store and 50% off jersey customizations! You will also greatly increase your chances of participating in Blades in-game promotions.

- The Blades will be on Sportsnet's Friday Night Hockey when they take on Red Deer!

- The Blades welcome the Edmonton Oil Kings this Saturday night. It's your first chance to catch the defending WHL Champs live in Saskatoon this season. Get your tickets now.

- The Blades are proud to present First Nations Night on January 18th! The Blades will have a number of great things going on to celebrate the game, including a ceremonial puck drop featuring First Nations leaders and our own Jessey Astles. Get your seats now!

- January 19th is gearing up to be one of the biggest nights of the year at a Saskatoon Blades game!

First, Saskatoon's own Olympian Kalyn Kyle is here for Girls Rock Night. Go ahead and call our office at 975-8844 to have your group on hand to listen to her speak pre-game!

Second, the Blades are proud to present their 2nd bobblehead night on the 19th as it's Winmar Andrey Makarov bobblehead night! Come to the game for your chance to take home the 2nd of the Blades 3 bobbleheads!

Third, the 19th is the final night of Saskatchewan Hockey Weekend, presented by SaskEnergy ! The weekend is all about supporting the great sport of hockey all across the province.

Saskatoon Blades Upcoming Promo Schedule

Jan. 11th - Blades Welcome Blue Jays - Jersey Night

Jan. 12th - Blades Welcome defending champ Oil Kings

Jan. 15th - Season Ticket Holder Bring A Friend Night

Jan. 18th - First Nations Night - Saskatchewan Hockey Weekend

Jan. 19th - Girls Rock Night - Makarov Bobblehead

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