Pirates Weekly

Published on January 25, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


The Pirates suffered a loss in their only game last week, dropping a 4-1 decision to the Lowell Devils on Saturday at the Cumberland County Civic Center.

Portland returns to a more active schedule of games this week with three home contests starting Tuesday when the Manchester Monarchs visit the CCCC for a 7 p.m. start. The week concludes with a pair of games against the Bridgeport Sound Tigers Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. on home ice.

In their lone game last week, Brad Mills and Matt Halischuk each scored a goal and an assist to lead the Devils to a 4-1 win over the Pirates in front of 6,344 at the CCCC. Kory Nagy and Stephen Gionta netted the other Devils goals while Cory Murphy collected a pair of assists. Kyle Wanvig scored the lone goal for the Pirates, who saw a modest two-game winning streak come to an end. Portland is now 21-16-5-2 on the year. The Pirates out shot the Devils 34-31 in the game as Jhonas Enroth took the loss.

This Week:

The Pirates will host the Manchester Monarchs at the CCCC Tuesday followed by a pair of home games against the Bridgeport Sound Tigers on Friday and Saturday. All three games are 7 p.m. starts.

Tuesday, January 26, 2010 vs. Manchester (CCCC), 7 p.m.

Heading into this week's action, Manchester leads the tlantic Division with a 27-14-2-4 record

The game marks the fifth of 10 between the two teams this season. The Pirates are 2-1-1-0 in the four previous games

Manchester's 110 goals against represent the third fewest in the AHL

Jonathan Bernier rates fourth in goals against average (2.01) and second in save percentage (.939) in the AHL

Rookie forward Corey Elkins leads the Monarchs in scoring (and is third among AHL rookies) with 33 points in 43 games

Friday, January 29, 2010 and Saturday, January 30, 2010 vs. Bridgeport (CCCC), 7 p.m.

Heading into this week's action, Bridgeport sat tied with the Pirates for fifth in the tlantic with a 22-20-2-3 record

The Pirates are 1-2-1-0 in the first four games of the eight-game season series between the two teams

Three of the four games between the two teams so far this season have been decided by one goal

Greg Mauldin leads the Sound Tigers in scoring with 16 goals and 29 points in 44 games

Recent Pirates Transaction:

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Pirates Events:

Tuesday, January 26th vs. Manchester Monarchs, 7 PM

Two for Tuesday's, Sun Tan City Ladies Nights and Bingo Night with the Pirates

Pirates fans can purchase a pair of tickets for only $22 for any Tuesday night game and visit visit local restaurants like Binga's Winga's at the Stadium for special discounts, Rivalries for 2 for 1 wings, $2.50 draft beers at Dogfish, and 1/2 price pitchers and a 10" pizza special at the Portland Pie Company! Also make sure to listen to "Portland Pirates Two for Tuesday's- on WBLM for exclusive ticket offers and visit the Empire for Clash of the Titans after you watch the "Titans of hockey clash at the Cumberland County Civic Center-. Tuesday is also Sun Tan City Ladies Nights. Ladies can get an additional $2 off each ticket purchased for any Tuesday night game with a coupon available at any Sun Tan City location. Plus, more specials are available from Sun Tan City at every Tuesday game. nd don't forget to bring your ticket back to Sun Tan City after the game for 33% off any product purchase. You can play Pirates Bingo during every Tuesday game. Complete an entry form at Customer Service and receive a Pirates Bingo Card. Follow the game and mark down the numbers of the players who score, earn an assist, or receive penalties " match five numbers in a row and you win! Visit any participating McDonald's Restaurant and pick up a buy one, get one free ticket coupon for the game.

Friday, January 29th vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers, 7 PM

Goodwill Night and USA Hockey Member Appreciation Night

All fans are encouraged to bring articles of clothing to the game to donate to Goodwill to receive a pair of tickets to a Pirates home game at the Cumberland County Civic Center. The game will also mark the first night of US Hockey's "Hockey Weekend cross merica-. USA Hockey Members, their family members and friends can purchase special discounted tickets for only $9. In the spirit of the event, all USA Hockey Members are encouraged to wear their favorite hockey jersey to the game. To order USA Hockey Member tickets, call Director, Ticket Sales/ Youth Hockey, Brian Fitzmaurice at (207) 828-4665 x307 or email at bfitzmaurice@portlandpirates.com. Visit any participating McDonald's Restaurant and pick up a buy one, get one free ticket coupon for the game.

Saturday, January 30th vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers, 7 PM

Time Warner Cable Hat Giveaway Night, Treasure Chest Night, USA Hockey Member Appreciation Night and Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland The first 4,000 fans into the game receive a Portland Pirates hat courtesy of Time Warner Cable. Saturday is Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland! Enjoy the full Labatt Blue Light experience before and after all Pirates games at Binga's Winga's at the Stadium ($3 Labatt drafts before and after all Pirates games), Brian Boru (Saturday nights $2.40 Labatt drafts), Frosty Pint (Saturday $2.50 Labatt Drafts and Labatt Light bottles), and Spring Point Tavern ($2 Labatt drafts every Saturday night). All hands on deck for Treasure Chest Night. One game a month the Pirates will have Salty Pete's Treasure Chest in the main lobby filled with over $500 worth of prizes from the Pirates and participating sponsors. Simply fill out a survey at the Customer Service Table in the main lobby for your chance to win. The game also marks the second night of USA Hockey's "Hockey Weekend Across America". USA Hockey Members, their family members and friends can purchase special discounted tickets for only $9.

Plus, all USA Hockey Members can celebrate US Hockey's "Hockey Weekend cross merica- and take part in "Bring a Friend to the Rink Night". Each USA Hockey Member can bring a non-member to the game for free. To order USA Hockey Member tickets, call Director, Ticket Sales/ Youth Hockey, Brian Fitzmaurice at (207) 828-4665 x307 or email at bfitzmaurice@portlandpirates.com. Visit any participating McDonald's Restaurant and pick up a buy one, get one free ticket coupon for the game. Don't forget to use your ticket from the game on Sunday at Shawnee Peak and receive a $20 lift ticket courtesy of Shawnee Peak!

Pirates Promotions:

Holiday 6 Packs - The Holidays have passed but you can still cash in on the great savings of a Holiday Six Pack, presented by Olympia Sports until January 30th. For only $59 you can get 6 Flex Tickets with a Pirates T-Shirt. For an additional $20 you can add a Pirates hat plus 2 additional Flex Tickets. For more information call 828-4665 ext. 350 or visit portlandpirates.com.

SUBWAY Flex Books " Flex Books made fresh by SUBWAY are packs of five or 10-ticket vouchers that can be used for any Pirates 2009-2010 regular season home game (subject to availability). This season, SUBWAY will provide one (1) promotional coupon valid for one (1) FREE 6" sub for each set of five flex tickets purchased. Fans that purchase a 10-pack will receive two (2) SUBWAY coupons. Coupons are available while supplies last. For more information call a Portland Pirates Ticket Representative at 207-828-4665 ext. 350

Sudzie Family Five Packs - Are available for Sunday games during the 2009-10 season and provide you with five Main Deck Tickets, five Hot Dogs or Pizza Slices, five Sodas, and one "Daily Scroll" all for the discounted price of $60. This season, with each purchase of a Sudzie Family Five Pack, fans will receive a coupon for one (1) free Sudzie Minuteman Exterior Wash (valued at $11). In total, that's a value of $123 - and you don't even need to pay the babysitter! For more information call a Portland Pirates Ticket Representative at 207-828-4665 ext. 350.

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