Pirates Weekly

April 1, 2013 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


WEEK IN REVIEW

Wednesday, March 27th : Providence 3, Portland 2

The Pirates came back to tie the game from a two goal deficit, but former Pirate Graham Mink scored the game winning goal at the end of the second period. Jordan Martinook and Ethan Werek had goals for the Pirates just 9 seconds apart in the second period.

Friday, March 29th : Portland 6, Manchester 3

The Pirates tool a 13-12 point advantage in the VIP Cup Series, presented by VIP Parts, Tires, and Service with a 6-3 victory over the Manchester Monarchs. Nick Johnson scored a goal and added 2 assists, and Evan Brophey scored twice for Portland to power the Pirates.

Saturday, March 30th : Portland 5, at Albany 4 (SO)

The Pirates came back from a 2 goal deficit in the third period to defeat the Albany Devils by a 5-4 score in a shootout. Andy Miele had 2 goals on the night, including the game tying goal in the third, and added an assist as well. Nick Johnson added a goal as well. Ethan Werek scored the game winner in the 5th round of the shootout for the Pirates, with Mike Lee getting the shootout win in relief of Mark Visentin.

THIS COMING WEEK

Friday, April 5th at Manchester (7 PM)

The first VIP Cup winner will be crowned on Friday in Manchester as the Pirates face the Monarchs. Portland has a 13-12 advantage in the VIP Cup Series so far, and will win the cup with a win on Friday.

Sunday, April 7th vs. Springfield (4:00 PM)

Portland will take on the Springfield Falcons in a possible playoff precursor on Sunday afternoon at the Cumberland County Civic Center. Puck drop is set for 4 p.m.

Practice will be held at Portland Ice Arena at 10:15 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday and is open to the public.

SALTY PETE'S PIRATES OF THE WEEK

1) Nick Johnson continued his scoring ways, with 2 goals and 3 assists on the weekend to extend his scoring streak to 6 games. Johnson had a 3 point night against Manchester on Friday night.

2) Andy Miele had 5 points this past weekend, with 2 goals and 3 assists. Miele had the game tying goal against the Albany Devils on Saturday night.

3) Chris Brown had 5 points on the week as well, tallying 4 assists

Tickets are available for all Pirates home games this season by calling the ticket office at (207) 828-4665 ext. 350 or online at www.ticketmaster.com.

Playoff Strips are now available for current season ticket holders and corporate sponsors by calling (207) 828-4665 ext. 350.

April 1, 2013

Record this week: 2-1-0-0

Overall Record: 37-25-3-2



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