Opening Night Set for Saturday, October 15 vs. Bridgeport
July 20, 2022 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Springfield Thunderbirds News Release
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - The Springfield Thunderbirds announced today that they will open their home-ice schedule on Saturday, Oct. 15 at 7:05 p.m. against the Bridgeport Islanders on Opening Night at the MassMutual Center.
The Thunderbirds captured the Eastern Conference championship this past June by defeating the Laval Rocket in a thrilling seven-game series. Full details for Opening Night, including the Eastern Conference Champions banner-raising ceremony, will be released at a later date.
The full AHL regular season schedule is expected to be announced on Thursday. Thunderbirds fans can reserve their seats for the 2022-23 season and lock in the best prices and member benefits by calling (413) 739-GOAL (4625) or visiting www.SpringfieldThunderbirds.com.
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