
Things to Know for the Week
March 23, 2009 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Portland Pirates News Release
AND DOWN THE STRETCH THEY COME...
Pirates vs. Lowell Friday, March 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday is Shane O'Brien Bobblehead Night sponsored by UniFirst. The first 2,000 fans will receive a Shane O'Brien bobblehead!
Plus, as part of the game, the Pirates will induct the late, Tom Ebright into the Portland Pirates Hall of Fame presented by UNUM. Ebright was selected by the fans in an online vote to determine the next member of The Portland Pirates Hall of Fame presented by Unum. Represented by his family, Ebright will be honored in an on-ice ceremony during the game against the Lowell Devils.
Friday is Forecaster Family Night! Take the family to the game for only $35. Just bring the coupon from the Forecaster to the Civic Center Box Office.
week's Forecaster to the Cumberland County Civic Center Box Office.
Pirates vs. Manchester Saturday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday Night is Labatt Blue Light Hockey Night in Portland as the Pirates take on the Manchester Monarchs.
The Pirates will wear special Maine Mariners jerseys, worn 30 years ago, for this game. The game worn special edition Maine Mariner's jerseys will be available for bidding starting on Sunday, March 29th. The auction will take place exclusively at www.portlandpiratesstore.com. For more information and auction details contact Greg Lavoie at (207) 828-4665 x319.
FOLLOW THE TEAM ON THE ROAD...
Pirates @ Springfield Sunday, March 29 at 4:00 p.m.
Fans can watch or listen to Pirates games LIVE on the internet courtesy of AHL Live. Click the AHL Live icon on the left side of the Pirates home page to watch the game for $6 or listen for FREE! In the local Portland area, fans can also listen to the game on the U.S. Cellular Pirates/Radio Network. The U.S. Cellular Pirates/Radio Network includes the Pirates flagship station, The Home of Bob and Tom, 1400AM and 1490AM (Portland) and affiliates WEZR 1240 AM (Lewiston-Auburn), WTME 780 AM (Rumford) and WKTQ 1450 AM (South Paris).
SEASON TICKETS FOR 2009-10 ON SALE NOW!
Season tickets for the Portland Pirates 2009-2010 American Hockey League regular season are on sale now! Full season, half season and flex plans can be purchased with a $50 per ticket deposit by visiting the Pirates office at 94 Free Street in Portland or by calling (207) 828-4665 x350. The Pirates plans for next season include lower ticket prices and a re-scaling of the seating bowl at the Cumberland County Civic Center.
PIRATES ON THE AIR...
On Monday night, Greg Glynn "The Voice of the Portland Pirates" will join "Strictly Sports" with host Mike Vilolette at 7:00 p.m. Glynn will breakdown the Pirates game against Hershey and talk about the upcoming promotions for the home games this weekend. The live call-in show is broadcast on Time Warner Cable's TWC-TV (Channel 22 in Cumberland and York Counties and channel 9 or 12 in other areas).
The Portland Pirates have announced that Time Warner Cable Sports will rebroadcast the Portland Pirates game from Saturday, March 21st against the Hershey Bears. The game will be rebroadcast this week on Monday, March 23rd at 8:00 p.m. The game will be broadcast on Time Warner Cable's TWC-TV (Channel 22 in Cumberland and York Counties and channel 9 or 12 in other areas).
Glynn on WJAB 96.3FM
On Monday afternoon, Greg Glynn "The Voice of the Portland Pirates" will join "The PM Jab" with host Chris Sedenka at 4:45 p.m. Glynn will talk about the team's recent games and the upcoming promotions for the Pirates home games this weekend.
Dineen on WJAB 96.3FM
On Tuesday morning, Portland Pirates head coach Kevin Dineen will join "The Morning Jab" with Shoe and Joe at 9:00 a.m. Dineen will talk about the team's upcoming home games against Lowell and Manchester.
Dineen on WBLM 102.9 FM
This Thursday, Portland Pirates head coach Kevin Dineen will join the Captain and Celeste on WBLM 102.9FM at 8:30 a.m. Tune to hear Dineen's thoughts on the upcoming home games.
Weinrich on WJAB 96.3FM
Assistant Coach Eric Weinrich will make his weekly appearance on "The PM Jab" with Chris Sedenka on Thursday at 4:45 p.m. Tune in for your chance to win free tickets to an upcoming Pirates game!
UPCOMING EVENTS...
Pirates vs. Springfield Sunday, April 5 at 7:00 p.m.
The first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a free toothbrush sponsored by Northeast Delta Dental.
The Pirates will welcome all DARE Graduates from around the State of Maine to Sunday's game. The National DARE Spokesman will be in attendance during the game for the free "Retro Bill Family Show" post-game presentation.
LET THE VOTING BEGIN...
The Pirates have released the 2008-2009 Pirates Player Awards Ballot. Fans are now able to vote online for the Portland Pirates Year-End Player Awards, which will be presented following the Pirates home game April 10th.
Pirates vs. Providence Friday, April 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Friday is the Pirates final regular season home game and Fan Appreciation Night! Pirates players give the home fans the "Shirts Off Their Backs".
It will also be Subway Night with a giveaway sponsored by WJBQ and Maine Credit Union League.
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