Things to Know for the Week
October 21, 2008 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release
The Pirates next home game is on Friday against Bridgeport. It will be the first of seven Forecaster Friday Family Nights this season. Fans can take the whole family to the game for just $35 by bringing the ad in this week's issue of the Forecaster to the Civic Center Box Office. The Pirates will also welcome the Word of Life Christian Center.
Pirates Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the Pirates are partnering with many different partners to help raise awareness. the American Cancer Society to bring "Pink to the Rink." On October 25th, the Pirates will wear pink jerseys, sponsored by Paradigm Window Solutions, as they take on the W-B/S Penguins.
Saturday, October 25th vs. WBS Penguins 7:00 pm
The Pirates will honor breast cancer survivors and patients with a ceremonial puck drop. They will raffle off all game-worn pink jerseys and auction off a team-autographed pink jersey to benefit the American Cancer Society. Fans are encouraged to wear pink to the game!
It's a Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland! Come get the full night experience, including pregame specials and promotions during the game.
Pirates on the radio this week:
Tuesday
Head Coach Kevin Dineen on the "The Morning Jab" at 9:00 a.m.
Managing Owner/CEO Brian Petrovek on "The PM Jab" at 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday
Chris Butler and Adam Dennis on WCLZ at 7:40 a.m.
and "The Coast Morning Show" at 8:00 a.m.
Mike Funk on "The Q Morning Show" with Meredith, Lori and Jeff
at 8:00 a.m.
Thursday
Head Coach Kevin Dineen will be on WBLM with The Captain and Celester at 8:10 a.m.
Assistant coach Eric Weinrich will be on the "The PM Jab" with Chris Sedenka at 4:45 p.m.
WCSH6 Coach's Corner
This week's edition will be taped on Thursday and available for viewing on Friday.
COMING SOON...
United Way Night is on Friday, November 7th. The Pirates welcome fans who have supported the 2008 United Way of Greater Portland Annual Campaign. For more information on how you can help, please visit their website.
Veteran's Day Stars and Stripes jerseys on Saturday, November 8th- The Pirates will wear special jerseys, sponsored by Martin's Point Health Care, to honor our nation's veterans.
Portland Pirates Schedule for the Week of 10/20
Monday- 10:30 a.m. practice (CCCC)
Tuesday- Day off
Wednesday - 10 a.m. practice (CCCC)
Thursday- 10 a.m. practice (CCCC)
Friday- 10 a.m. skate (CCCC)
7 p.m. game vs. Bridgeport
Saturday-10 a.m. skate (CCCC)
7 p.m. game vs. W-B/Scranton
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