Pirates Announce 2010-11 Promotion Schedule

Published on August 27, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


PORTLAND, ME - The Portland Pirates of the American Hockey League announced their promotional schedule for the 2010-11 season today.

The Pirates open their 18th season of competition, the 34th season of AHL action at the Cumberland County Civic Center, on Saturday, October 9th when the Manchester Monarchs visit the Cumberland County Civic Center for a 7 p.m. contest. Join the Pirates for the first Saturday Night is Hockey Night in Portland game of the season with the first 2,500 fans into the game receiving a free Pirates magnetic schedule courtesy of JobsInME.com, the "Official Job Board" of the Pirates.

2010-2011 marks the return of Pirates Bobbleheads. This season, the Pirates will be giving away likenesses of Jhonas Enroth (December 7th), Tyler Ennis (January 25th), and Nathan Gerbe (March 8th) as part of the Pirates first-ever Tuesday Mini-Bobblehead Collectible Series.

"We put a high emphasis on the experience that Pirates' fans will have when they come to our games," said Pirates Vice President, Sales Jim Beaudoin. "A great promotional schedule is major component of a great fan experience, and we think we have a very strong start for the 2010-2011 campaign. We have already received a lot of inquiries about the new Bobblehead Series, and all we can say is get your tickets and get in line early because they will go quickly!"

Additional premium giveaways will also include the Five County Credit Union t-shirt giveaway on Saturday, December 18th; Team Photo giveaway, sponsored by Brown Fox Printing, on Saturday, March 5th and the Time Warner cable hat giveaway on Sunday, March 13th.

The Pirates will also continue to make a positive impact in the community during their schedule of games. The third annual Breast Cancer Awareness Game, sponsored by Maine Medical Center, in support of the American Cancer Society will be played on Saturday, October 23rd. Members of the Pirates will be sporting the one of a kind "Pink" jerseys and socks during the game. Group tickets to this game are being sold at $15/ticket, with $5 from each ticket being donated to Making Strides. The Pirates have set a goal of raising $10,000 through the sale of these group tickets.

A salute to Veterans & Armed Forces Night will be held Saturday, November 13th. The Pirates will be hosting the Veteran's Day Weekend game in collaboration with News Talk WLOB 95.5 FM in recognition of all the men and women who have served as members of the United States Armed Forces.

The Pirates will also hold a Cystic Fibrosis Night on Saturday, January 8th; support the American Heart Association with a Go Red Game on Saturday, February 5th and present an Autism Awareness Night on Wednesday, April 6th.

Mercy Hospital presents the first of three scheduled post-game skates with the team on Columbus Day, Monday, October 11th, when the Charlotte Checkers make their first ever appearance at the CCCC in a special 1 p.m. start time. Mercy Hospital will also sponsor post-game skates on February 21st and March 13th.

2010-11 event nights include the Teddy Bear Toss on Saturday, December 4th when the Pirates battle the Norfolk Admirals. The annual Kid's New Year's Game will be played on Friday, December 31st at 5:30 p.m. against the Hartford Wolf Pack. The game, an expected sellout, will mark the 16th season the Pirates have celebrated New Year's featuring New England's largest indoor fireworks display at the conclusion of the game. Motor Sports Night, presented by NAPA, takes place Saturday, January 22nd when the Providence Bruins arrive to challenge the Pirates; the newest member of the Pirates Hall of Fame, presented by UNUM, will be inducted on Saturday, March 26th when Charlotte makes their second and final trip to the CCCC and the season ending Team Awards, presented by Creative Awards, and Shirts Off Their Backs Game takes place at the conclusion of the regular season finale against the Springfield Falcons on Sunday, April 10th.

Sudzie Sunday Family Five Packs return again for three Sunday games in 2010-11. Fans can purchase five Main Deck Tickets, five Daily Scrolls, five free Chuck-a-Pies and a voucher for a single Sudzie Auto Wash all for only $60 (valued at $110 if purchased individually).

Additional promotional giveaways, activities and events will be added to the Pirates schedule leading up to the home opener. For a complete and up-to-date list of promotional activity all season long visit portlandpirates.com/promotions.asp or call 207-828-4665 ext. 350.

Now is the time to cash in on great savings by purchasing discounted ticket plans and advance tickets for the Pirates 2010-11 season. Ticket packages are available to meet all budgets and schedules. Call a Pirates Ticket representative today to see how you can see what you've been missing!

$50 Gets You The Best Seat in the House: Pirates 2010-11 Season Ticket Packages are now available. Season Ticket prices remain unchanged for the second straight season! Pirates Season Ticket Holders enjoy numerous benefits including guaranteed seat location, great savings compared to Box Office prices, flexible payment options and Season Ticket Holders never waste a ticket. To reserve your 2010-11 Season Tickets call the Pirates office at 207-828-4665 x350.

The Portland Pirates, the AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres, are entering their 18th season as a member of the American Hockey League while the Cumberland County Civic Center hosts AHL play for its 34th season. Calder Cup Champions in 1994-95 and finalists in 1996-97, the Pirates have been home to a total of 230 players who have gone on to play in the National Hockey League.

Celebrating its 75th anniversary, the AHL continues to serve as the top development league for all 30 National Hockey League teams. More than 85 percent of today's NHL players are American Hockey League graduates, and for the ninth year in a row, more than 6 million fans attended AHL games across North America in 2009-10.

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