WHL Portland Winterhawks

Winterhawks Clinch First Playoff Berth Since 2006

Published on February 11, 2010 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Portland Winterhawks News Release


With a 5-3 win over the Tri-City Americans Wednesday, the Portland Winterhawks have clinched their first playoff berth since the 2005-06 season, ending a three-year postseason drought.

Fans can purchase playoff tickets beginning tomorrow at 9 a.m. by calling the Winterhawks' ticket office at 503-236-HAWK.

"Our goal from Day One this season was to make the playoffs. This was an important step for our franchise to take this season," said Winterhawks General Manager & Head Coach Mike Johnston. "This is an exciting time for the team and our fans. With a playoff spot assured, we're now turning our attention to securing home ice advantage."

The Winterhawks, 35-20-2-1, have 14 regular season games remaining. With 35 wins this season, they're on pace to finish with their most wins since the 1997-98 team that won 53 games en route to winning the Memorial Cup. Since that season, the most wins the team had registered was 37 in the 2000-01 season.

Their final regular season game is Saturday, March 13, and the WHL Playoffs are scheduled to begin on Friday, March 19.

The best sports entertainment value in the northwest are Winterhawks 10+10 Packs: 10 tickets and 10 Hawk Eyes hats starting at just $12 per person. Contact the Winterhawks at 503-236-HAWK (4295) or seats@winterhawks.com for more information.

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