Celebrate New Year's Eve With the Griffins
December 31, 2008 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release
Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Iowa Chops
TONIGHT 7 p.m. Van Andel Arena
- A Grand Rapids tradition continues tonight when the Griffins host their 12th annual New Year's Eve Extravaganza and the first-ever visit by the Iowa Chops.
- Griffins players will wear special black jerseys during the game that will be signed by the respective players and auctioned off throughout the remainder of the season. The first of four auctions with six sweaters will take place following the game, featuring the jerseys of Darren Haydar, Jakub Kindl, Francis Lemieux, Ryan Oulahen, Francis Pare and Landon Wilson.
- The first 1,500 fans will receive black Griffins t-shirts, and all fans are encouraged to wear black.
- Fans can stay after the game to enjoy West Michigan's largest indoor fireworks show, presented by Comcast, and take part in the post-game open skate.
- The Griffins boast an impressive 11-2-2-3 record at Van Andel Arena this season and have points in 13 of their last 14 games in friendly territory (9-1-2-2).
TICKETS: Tickets for tonight's game are available at The Zone at Van Andel Arena and all Star Tickets outlets, including Meijer stores. Call 222-4000 / 800-585-3737 or purchase online at griffinshockey.com.
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