Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Secures 2016-17 Atlantic Divsion
Published on April 10, 2017 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins News Release
WILKES-BARRE, Pa. - Following Sunday's 2-1 win over the Providence Bruins, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins have clinched the top overall seed in the Atlantic Division. This is the Penguins' fourth division crown in the team's 18-year history.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's four division titles have come in the following seasons: 2005-06; 113 points 2007-08; 101 points 2010-11; 117 points 2016-17; 104 points*
Furthermore, the Penguins also claimed the No. 1 spot in the Eastern Conference. This marks the second regular season conference title for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, its first since 2010-11.
The Penguins are currently 50-19-3-1 and have the most wins in the AHL.
Ticket packages for the 2017 Calder Cup Playoffs are now on sale. With the purchase of a postseason ticket package, fans will receive a $6 food/merchandise voucher for every game played in the playoffs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton fans can secure their seats for every game on the Cup run by contacting the Penguins directly at (570) 208-7367.
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's next game is tomorrow, Sunday, Apr. 9, when it faces the Providence Bruins for the final time this season. Puck drop between the Penguins and Bruins is scheduled for 3:05 p.m. at Dunkin' Donuts Center. The Penguins' next home game is Wednesday, Apr. 12, and they'll take on the Lehigh Valley Phantoms.
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