Pirates Weekly

Published on December 6, 2010 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


Jhonas Enroth Bobblehead Night

Enroth Bobblehead

Don't miss your chance to capitalize on one of the more highly anticipated promotional nights of the 2010-11 season! On Tuesday, December 7th the Worcester Sharks will be visiting the Civic Center for UniFirst Mini Bobblehead Collectible Night featuring Pirates goaltender Jhonas Enroth. The Bobblehead Night will be the first of three such events this season (1/25/11 vs. Norfolk, 6:30 p.m. Tyler Ennis and 3/8/11 vs. Hershey, 6:30 p.m. Nathan Gerbe).

Tuesday will be the third out of 12 matchups in this season's UNUM Challenge between Portland and Worcester, with the series tied at one game apiece. At each game in each city, one lucky fan will be chosen from the submitted entrees as the UNUM Challenge Fan of the Game. Click here to enter.

Fans who wish to make a donation of $5 or more to the Bruce Roberts Toy Fund, or donate an unwrapped toy will receive two tickets to a future Pirates game. All toys will be donated to Toys for Tots and WGME's Joy of Sharing campaigns.

Come to the game right after work and enjoy great food and beverage specials in the Civic Center's Penalty Box Grill, which will open at 4:30 p.m., as well as the following Pirates partners: Rivalries, Siano's, Gritty's, Nosh Kitchen Bar, Binga's Stadium, Dogfish Café, Walters and Yosaku.

Tickets for the 7 p.m. game are available by visiting ticketmaster.com, by calling 207-775-3458 or by visiting the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office. Advance ticket prices are $13 for Quarter Deck, $16 for Main Deck and $17 for Premium Main Deck. Student/Senior pricing is $11 for Quarter or Main Deck tickets and $12 for Premium Main Deck seating. Purchase your tickets in advance and save on the $2 increase on all ticket prices for day of game purchases.

Tuesday Night Date Night

Date Night Logo

Looking for a night out with that special someone in your life? Why not take advantage of Pirates date night this Tuesday?

For only $19.99 you and a guest can dine at RiRa Irish Pub, Siano's Brick Oven Restaurant or G&R Dimillo's and enjoy great menu specials. Plus you'll receive two tickets to the Pirates Tuesday game against the Worcester Sharks facing off at 6:30 p.m.

Visit any of the three participating establishments above and enjoy your evening on the town.

State Farm Teddy Bear Toss Night

More than 500 stuffed animals were tossed onto the ice Saturday night in the State Farm Teddy Bear Toss held as part of the Portland Pirates game against the Norfolk Admirals at the Cumberland County Civic Center. The toys, which will be donated to local charities, were thrown onto the ice after Paul Byron scored 9:25 into the opening period to give the Pirates a 1-0 lead.

In addition, more than $500 was raised during the game for Operation Tribute and nearly 100 toys were collected for WGME's Joy of Sharing and Toys for Tots.

Holiday Packs Available

Holiday Pack Tile

Holiday 6-Packs, presented by Olympia Sports, are back just in time for the holiday season.

Available at the Pirates Office and at the Customer Service Table on game nights from now until January 29th, the plan features six Main Deck Flex Vouchers, a Pirates t-shirt and 20% off any one item at Olympia Sports all for only $59 (valued at $110 if purchased individually). Add two additional Flex Tickets and a Pirates hat for only $20 more.

Holiday 6 Packs, presented by Olympia Sports, can be purchased online or by calling (207) 828-4665 x350. You can also download and print the Holiday 6 Pack Order Form and mail (94 Free Street, Portland, Maine 04101) or fax (207-773-3278) your order to the Pirates office.

For more information or to purchase your package, call 207-828-4665 ext. 350 or visit portlandpirates.com.

December Pirates Action

Byron Action Shot

The month of December offers great action on and off the ice for the Pirates. Don't miss the upcoming games:

Saturday, December 18th: Pirates vs. Manchester. It's another Bud Light Hockey Night in Portland as Five County Credit Union provides a free Pirates T-shirt to the first 1,000 fans. Fans (18 years and older) will have the opportunity to win a chance at $10,000 in cold hard cash! The Pirates will also honor the area's High School Fall Champions and make a donation of $5 or more to the Bruce Roberts Toy Fund or donate an unwrapped toy (to be distributed among Toys for Tots and WGME's Joy of Sharing) and receive two free tickets to a future Pirates game.

Tuesday, December 28th: Pirates vs. Providence. It's MetLife Auto and Home Rally Towel Night. The first 2,500 fans will receive a Portland Pirates rally towel, courtesy of MetLife Auto and Home. Snoopy will also make an appearance at the game, and kids can meet and have their pictures taken with the famous Peanuts beagle. The Pirates and USA Hockey are proud to offer all USA Hockey Members, their families and friends the ability to buy discounted tickets to this game. The Pirates will offer this to all USA Hockey Members in the state of Maine. Click here to order your discount tickets. All Gritty's Mug Club Members can take advantage of exclusive special discounts. Click here to find out how you can become a Gritty's Mug Club Member. Come to the game right after work and enjoy great food and beverage specials in the Civic Center's Penalty Box Grill, which will open at 4:30 p.m., as well as the following Pirates partners: Rivalries, Siano's, Gritty's, Nosh Kitchen Bar, Binga's Stadium, Dogfish Café, Walters and Yosaku.

Tickets for the games are available by visiting ticketmaster.com, by calling 207-775-3458 or by visiting the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office. Advance ticket prices are $13 for Quarter Deck, $16 for Main Deck and $17 for Premium Main Deck. Student/Senior pricing is $11 for Quarter or Main Deck tickets and $12 for Premium Main Deck seating. Purchase your tickets in advance and save on the $2 increase on all ticket prices for day of game purchases.

New Year's Celebration

Before heading out to your own New Year's Party, bring the whole family to the Cumberland County Civic Center on December 31st at 5:30 p.m. and watch the hometown Pirates take on the Atlantic Division rival Connecticut Whale.

WGME 13 and WJBQ present the annual Kid's New Year's Game. 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.

Tickets for the game are available by visiting ticketmaster.com, by calling 207-775-3458 or by visiting the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office. Advance ticket prices are $13 for Quarter Deck, $16 for Main Deck and $17 for Premium Main Deck. Student/Senior pricing is $11 for Quarter or Main Deck tickets and $12 for Premium Main Deck seating. Purchase your tickets in advance and save on the $2 increase on all ticket prices for day of game purchases.

Pirates Merchandise On-Line

Travel Mug

Pirates Travel Mug

Stop by the merchandise stand during a Pirates home game and take advantage of a great holiday bonus. Spend $100 or more and receive two free flex tickets. Spend $200 or more and get five free flex tickets.

Pirates fans can also check out c5sportsonline.com for a complete line of Pirates merchandise. Pirates short and long sleeve tees, pucks, mugs, souvenir swords, ball caps, winter hats, lanyards and more will be available with a simple click of your mouse 24 hours a day.

Located at MHG Ice Centre in Saco, C5 Sports is Southern Maine's premier "hockey only" pro shop. From equipment to apparel, sharpening, to SRS stick repair, C5 Sports will help you with your on and off-ice needs.

Holiday Parties

The holiday season has arrived and if you haven't planned your holiday get together yet why not round up the gang and enjoy a night out with the Pirates. Cheer on your favorite team and celebrate the holidays alongside family, friends, club members or co-workers at a discounted rate. Group discounts start with as few as 10 or as large as you want.

Call a Pirates representative today at 207-828-4665 ext. 350 or visit portlandpirates.com for complete details.

Pirates Recap

On Saturday, the Pirates began the weekend by facing the Norfolk Admirals at the Civic Center for the lone home game of the week. Following two Paul Byron first period goals and an added tally by T.J. Brennan, the Pirates raced out to an early 3-0 lead. Norfolk would claw back with a second period goal by Marc-Antoine Pouliot, and two late third period goals in the last three minutes to tie the game and send it to extra-time. After a scoreless overtime period, the teams went to a shootout and Pouliot netted the game-winner for the only goal between the teams in 10 tries. All three meetings against Norfolk this season have gone to extra-time.

After a tough loss on Saturday, Portland travelled down to Worcester for the second game of the UNUM Challenge against the Sharks. Worcester got off to a blistering start, scorching the Pirates with four straight goals before Portland could light the lamp in the second period. The Sharks would go up 6-1, and hold on to win 6-4. Derek Whitmore, Mark Mancari, Nick Crawford, and Corey Tropp each scored a goal for the Pirates.

Portland currently stands at 14-7-1-1 and is in second-place in the Atlantic Division, four points behind the first-place Manchester Monarchs.

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