Showdown for First Place Tonight as Bears Play Sound Tigers

December 6, 2003 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Hershey Bears News Release

With a blizzard warning in effect outside in Bridgeport, the BEARS and Sound Tigers battle tonight for first place inside at the Arena at Harbor Yard. Both teams lead the East Division with 31 points. Bridgeport is unbeaten in 14 games entering play tonight, and the Sound Tigers have not lost a game in regulation since falling to the BEARS October 18 at GIANT Center. Peter Budaj is expected to be in net for HERSHEY this evening.

Tonight's game can be heard on BIG 92.7 FM and www.pennlive.com. John Walton calls the action from Bridgeport beginning at 6:45 p.m.

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