AHL Springfield Thunderbirds

T-Birds to Host Hometown Heroes Night on Saturday at 6:05

Published on April 1, 2022 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Springfield Thunderbirds News Release


SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - The Springfield Thunderbirds will host their fifth annual Hometown Heroes Night, presented by People's United Bank, on Saturday, April 2 when they host the Belleville Senators. Fans are advised that puck drop for this game is 6:05 p.m. at the MassMutual Center.

The night will serve as a "makeup" for the original Hometown Heroes Night on Jan. 29, which coincided with a major snowstorm in the Pioneer Valley region.

As part of the overall atmosphere, a giant American flag will be flown atop the ladder of a Springfield Fire Department truck outside of the MassMutual Center box office on Saturday afternoon.

Prior to the game, the two captains will be joined rinkside for a ceremonial puck drop from Springfield Fire Commissioner Bernard "B.J." Calvi and Springfield Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood. Throughout the night, the Thunderbirds will be recognizing local heroes, culminating in a parade of emergency vehicles during the game's first intermission.

"The Thunderbirds are honored to be able to spotlight and recognize the service put forth by our local hometown heroes and first responders," said Thunderbirds President Nathan Costa. "They proudly represent our community through their dedication, courage, and poise under pressure. We continually thank them for all they do to make our city great."

For more ticket information, to become a 2022-23 Springfield Thunderbirds ticket package member, or to purchase single game tickets, call (413) 739-GOAL (4625) or visit www.SpringfieldThunderbirds.com.

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