Grizzlies Get Ready for Big Crowd and Big Game Against the Wolves on Friday
Published on February 18, 2004 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Utah Grizzlies News Release
WEST VALLEY CITY, UTAH - The Utah Grizzlies will begin a significant stretch on Friday night in determining what their playoff lives may hold. Utah will host the sliding Chicago Wolves (1-4-1 in their last six games) on Feb. 20th in a game that is already nearing a sell-out. Utah is currently eight points out of a playoff spot.
The Grizzlies will then conclude their current four-game home stand on Sunday afternoon, a 3:05 PM face-off, against the defending Calder Cup Champion Houston Aeros before heading out on the a 14-day journey that will see the team play eight games against eight different opponents beginning on February 25th at Chicago.
*We are very excited about Friday night's game versus the Wolves as it is going to be one of our biggest crowds of the season against one of our biggest rivals,* said Grizzlies Executive Vice-President Jerry McBurney. *I also know that our team is playing more confidently and that they will draw from the energy of what should be their biggest showcase of the season.*
A limited number of tickets are available so fans coming to the game on Friday are encouraged to arrive early to avoid lines and those that do not already have a ticket are encouraged to purchase in advance to avoid the ticket lines at the 'E' Center.
*We want everyone coming to the game on Friday to be here in time for the drop of the puck and with a near sell-out expected there is bound to be some congestion coming to the rink,* continued McBurney. *There are plenty of things to see and do at the 'E' Center so coming a little early will not only add to the family entertainment value but will assure the fans that they are comfortably in their seats when the Grizzlies score their first goal.*
Face-off for Friday's game is scheduled for 7:05 PM at the 'E' Center.
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