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March 23, 2010 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


The Pirates enjoyed a successful week posting three wins in four games and collecting seven of a possible eight points in the standings. All four games were decided by one goal as the Pirates posted a regulation win (2-1) over Manchester Sunday, two shootout victories (Tuesday against Lowell and Friday at Manchester) and an overtime loss to Lowell on Saturday. Portland, 39-22-6-4 and with points in each of their last five games (3-0-1-1), preserved their second place positioning in the Atlantic Division. They are three points behind Worcester for first and lead the third place Devils by eight points.

Nathan Gerbe and Mark Mancari scored shootout goals to lift the Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Lowell Devils to begin last week's action Tuesday at the Cumberland County Civic Center. J.P. Lamoureux stopped all four attempts he faced in the shootout to help the Pirates end a two-game winless streak. T.J. Brennan and Tyler Ennis, who forced overtime with five minutes remaining in regulation, scored in regulation for the Pirates while Mike Kostka collected an assist to extend his point/assist-scoring streak to six games (seven assists).

For the second straight game Gerbe and Mancari scored shootout goals in support of four shootout saves by Lamoureux to lead the Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Manchester Monarchs at the Verizon Wireless Arena on Friday. Paul Byron, Ennis (who also registered an assist) and Mancari scored in regulation for the Pirates, who posted their second straight shootout victory. The Pirates never led in the game as they battled back from three one-goal deficits.

Cory Murphy scored 1:52 into overtime to give the Devils a 3-2 win over the Pirates Saturday at the Tsongas Arena in Lowell. Michael Swift paced the Devils with two goals and an assist. Cody McCormick and Ennis replied for the Pirates, who extended their point streak to four games (2-0-1-1). Gerbe collected a pair of assists in the losing effort.

Todd Ford made 36 saves in his Portland debut and Mancari accounted for all the offense as the Pirates slipped past the Monarchs 2-1 at the Androscoggin Bank Colisee in Lewiston on Sunday. Gerbe registered two assists as the Pirates upped their record to 39-22-6-4 on the season and extended their point streak to five games (3-0-1-1).

This Week:

The Pirates return to action Friday in Providence against the Bruins at 7:05 p.m. Portland returns home for Saturday and Sunday home games. Saturday at 7 p.m. Springfield visits followed by a 4 p.m. start on Sunday against the Hartford Wolf Pack.

Friday, March 26, 2010 @ Providence (Dunkin' Donuts Center), 7:05 p.m.

Providence, 33-34-4-1, heads into the game sitting sixth in the Atlantic Division, seven points behind Bridgeport for the final post season berth in the Eastern Conference.

The Bruins are one of only three AHL teams that have a sub-500 record on home ice (15-18-2-1)

The Pirates are 3-2-1-0 against the Bruins this season and have won the last two meetings between the two teams. The wins were both shutout victories in Providence (4-0 on February 5th and 3-0 on January 3rd) to extend the Pirates shutout streak against the Bruins at the Dunkin' Donuts Center to 121:38.

Mikko Lehtonen leads the Bruins in scoring with 23 goals and 26 assists for 49 points in 70 games.

Saturday, March 27, 2010 vs. Springfield (CCCC), 7 p.m.

Despite being virtually eliminated from post-season contention, the Falcons are playing some of their best hockey of the season going 3-0-2-0 in their last five games to move to 24-34-11-3 on the season.

Jordan Eberle, selected 22nd overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2008 NHL Entry Draft, has made an immediate impact with the Falcons with six points in his first three professional games. The 19 year-old recorded 106 points with Regina in the Western Hockey League before joining Springfield to complete the season.

Charles Linglet is fourth in AHL scoring with 73 points in 72 games. His 54 assists are third most in the League.

The Pirates are 3-2-0-1 against the Falcons this season, including a 5-4 shootout loss to Springfield in their last meeting at the Cumberland County Civic Center on March 14th.

Sunday, March 28, 2010 vs. Hartford Wolf Pack (CCCC), 4 p.m.

The Wolf Pack head into this week's action with a 29-30-6-5 record and nine points out of a playoff spot.

Hartford's 11 road wins are tied for the second fewest in the HL.

The Pirates are undefeated in regulation against the Wolf Pack this season with a 4-0-1-0 record.

Corey Locke leads the Wolf Pack in scoring with 79 points in 70 games, the third most in the League. His 18 power-play goals are tied for the most in the AHL.

Recent Pirates Transaction:

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Pirates Events:

Saturday, March 27th vs. Springfield 7 p.m.

Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland, Pirates Hall of Fame, presented by Unum, Induction Ceremony and Boy Scout Night

Join the following friends of Labatt Blue Light and the Pirates before and after the game at Bingas 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). Chris Jensen will be inducted as the 13th member of the Pirates Hall of Fame, presented by Unum. The Hall of Fame was created to honor those individuals who have played a significant role in Pirates history. In addition, the Pirates will welcome Boy Scouts from around the area, along with their families and friends. There will be a post-game skate for the Scouts, followed by a movie on the video board and sleepover in the arena. Tickets for the game are available by calling (207) 775-3458, visiting the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office or going on-line at portlandpirates.com.

Sunday, March 28th vs. Hartford 4 p.m.

Salute to Motorsports, High School Sports Night of Champions, Team Photo Giveaway and Post Game Team Skate

The Pirates, the CCCC and their partners including NAPA Auto Parts, Beech Ridge Motor Speedway, Maine Indoor Karting, Northeast Mini Stock Tour, and NASCAR Day 2010 present a Salute to Motorsports. You can win tickets to a NASCAR event in Loudon! Pirates will also honor High School State Champions from all sports. Brown Fox Printing presents a team photo giveaway and you can stick around after the game to get your photo signed by the players during a post game skate presented by Mercy Hospital and Weight Watchers. Tickets for the game are available by calling (207) 775-3458, visiting the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office or going on-line at portlandpirates.com.

2010-11 PIRATES SEASON TICKETS

Pirates 2010-11 Season Ticket Packages are now available. Fans can enjoy the high flying and hard hitting enjoyment of Pirates hockey and become a Pirates Ticket Holder for as little as $144. Due to popular demand, the Pirates will play all 40 of their home games in 2010-11 at the Cumberland County Civic Center. Plus, Season Ticket prices remain unchanged for the second straight season! Pirates Season Ticket Holders enjoy numerous benefits including a substantial savings off the Box Office price, guaranteed seat location, flexible payment options, free combination passes to Funtown Splashtown and much, much more. Plus, full Season Ticket Holders receive five free Flex Tickets for each seat purchased and the ability to reserve premium giveaway items prior to general public distribution. To reserve your 2010-11 Season Ticket simply call the Pirates Office at 207-828-4665 ext. 350, visit the Pirates Office at 94 Free Street or go on-line at www.portlandpirates.com.

Pirates Promotions:

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! For more information call a Portland Pirates Ticket Representative at 207-828-4665 ext. 350.

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.

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