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March 18, 2011 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Grand Rapids Griffins News Release


Grand Rapids Griffins (33-25-2-8) vs. Lake Erie Monsters (34-25-3-5) TONIGHT 7 p.m. Van Andel Arena

Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Rochester Americans (30-32-3-3) Saturday 7 p.m. Van Andel Arena

Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Rockford IceHogs (27-30-4-5) Sunday 4 p.m. Van Andel Arena

* As the red-hot Griffins continue their first-ever 4-in-5 on home ice, they prepare to play three games in three days at Van Andel Arena for just the seventh time ever. More than 25,000 fans are expected to take in this weekend's action.

* The Griffins are now tied for fourth place in the North Division with Lake Erie, tonight's opponent, only two points behind third-place Toronto and the division's final guaranteed spot in the Calder Cup playoffs. In addition, they stand only four points in back of first-place Manitoba. With a win tonight and a Toronto loss in regulation at Syracuse, the Griffins would move into a tie with the Marlies for that final postseason berth.

* With Wednesday's win over Oklahoma City, the Griffins pushed their home winning streak to five, their overall point streak to eight (7-0-1-0), and ran their AHL-best record over the last 11 games to 9-1-1-0.

* Tonight's promotions include Dollar Beers, Dollar Dogs from 6-8 p.m. (while supplies last), College Night and the D-Zone.

* On Saturday, thanks to Centennial Securities, various local mascots will roam the arena for "Mascot Mania," and 5,000 fans will receive a Griffins team poster. The Griffins will wear special jerseys modeled after the Red Wings' home red uniforms, with a white Griffins crest on the front. Each jersey will be signed by the respective player and auctioned off after the game in the Fifth Third Vault, with proceeds benefiting PennyBen and American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge. Fans can also stick around for a post-game skate.

* Sunday is Fun Day, as fans can enjoy $1 Cole's breadsticks and $1 Pepsi products from 3-5 p.m. For Fan Appreciation Day presented by Michigan Office Solutions, the first 4,000 kids will receive a Griffins crest CrazyBand, while the first 5,000 fans will receive a Griffins' no. 1 fan sign courtesy of Fox Honda. The Griffins' annual season ticket holder party will feature exclusive pre- and post-game activities, while all fans can enjoy a performance by Quick Change, stars of America's Got Talent, during the first intermission. Other promotions include Library Night and Reading Goals.

TICKETS: Tickets for all three games 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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