Portland Pirates Weekly Report

Published on April 6, 2006 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release


WHAT'S NEW!

The American Hockey League announced today that Pirates left wing Dustin Penner has been named a Second Team All-Star. Penner ranks 11th among AHL scoring leaders with 75 points (36 goals, 39 assists) and leads the league in plus/minus (+36).

The Pirates have won four games in a row and can clinch their first ever Atlantic Division title tomorrow night against the Hartford Wolf Pack at 7:05 p.m. Fans can watch the game live on the internet by visiting www.portlandpirates.com or listen to the game on the "Big Jab" Pirates Radio Network on WLOB 1310AM, 1220AM ESPN Radio, WTME 780AM and WKTQ 1450AM.

Next home game: Saturday, April 8th vs. Lowell at 7:05 p.m. For tickets, call the Civic Center Box Office at (207) 775-3458.

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS

Saturday, April 8th - 7:05 PM vs. Lowell Lock Monsters - Time Warner Cable and AAA Member Appreciation Night! Every fan will receive a Portland Pirates/Time Warner Digital Phone mini-stick. One lucky fan will also win a 30" HDTV courtesy of Time Warner Cable. Time Warner Cable invites you to meet Boston Bruins legend and member of NESN's Bruins Broadcast Team, Don Sweeney who will be in attendance to meet fans and sign autographs. In addition, 1,000 fans will receive a tote bag from AAA of Northern New England.

Sunday, April 9th - 4:05 PM vs. Bridgeport Sound Tigers - Funtown/Splashtown USA and Parrot Head Club of Maine Night! Fans will receive a special giveaway courtesy of Funtown/Splashtown USA upon entering the game. In addition, bring out your favorite flowered shirt and get ready to jam to a little Jimmy Buffet - the Parrot Head Club of Maine will be at the game celebrating summer in April and raising money for Maine Handicapped Skiing.

Also on Sunday, Maine Artist Greg Sturniolo will be at the game displaying his original series of 5 Hockey Paintings. Limited edition prints will be available at a special sale price of just $48 (original price $75). This special sale gives fans a great opportunity to own a fantastic piece of the Portland Pirates in the form of a hand-signed, numbered print.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Join the Pirates for the 2006 Southern Maine Heart Walk! Fans, you can help the Pirates in the fight against heart disease and stroke by joining the official Portland Pirates team, the "Pirates Plank Walkers". Fans can sign up to walk or donate! For more information, call the Pirates at (207) 828-4665.

LAST WEEK

Wednesday, March 29th @ Manchester (3-0 W)

Jani Hurme made 28 saves in his first shutout of the season.

Friday, March 31st @ Providence (4-2 W)

Dustin Penner scored a goal and registered two assists.

Saturday, April 1st @ Albany (8-1 W)

Alex Kim scored his first AHL goal in the win.

Sunday, April 2nd vs. Albany (4-1 W)

J.B. Bittner scored two goals to lead the Pirates to victory.

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