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Springfield Thunderbirds Announce Voluntary Suspension for 2020-2021 AHL Season

January 4, 2021 - Springfield, MA - Today, the Springfield Thunderbirds announced that they are one of three AHL franchises that have elected to opt out of play for the upcoming 2020-2021 season. The decision, made in conjunction with their NHL Affiliate, the St. Louis Blues, was based on numerous safety and logistical concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic and will allow the organization to turn its full focus towards the 2021-22 season. The Thunderbirds will maintain their status as active members of the AHL and return to play next seaso... Full Story

Thunderbirds Donate over 1,000 Stuffed Animals

December 16, 2020 - SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - The Springfield Thunderbirds' Foundation is pleased to announce a donation of over 1,000 teddy bears and stuffed animals to local charitable partners, the culmination of a successful Drive-Thru Teddy Bear Toss presented by Teddy Bear Pools & Spas, that was held on Saturday, December 12th outside of the MassMutual Center in downtown Springfield. This morning, the Thunderbirds' mascot Boomer, along with staff members, made deliveries of hundreds of stuffed animals to Square One, Center for Human D... Full Story

Thunderbirds Foundation Donates $15,000 to the Rays of Hope

October 22, 2020 - SPRINGFIELD, Mass. - Springfield Thunderbirds president Nathan Costa presented a check of $15,000 to the Baystate Health Foundation for the Rays of Hope from proceeds raised by the sale of specialty pink jerseys worn at the 2020 Pink in the Rink Night last March this afternoon on the steps of city hall. Each year since their inception, the Thunderbirds have held a Pink in the Rink Night to benefit the Rays of Hope, complete with participation by breast cancer survivors, pink ice, and pink specialty jerseys. The event has ... Full Story

Thunderbirds Honored by AHL for Ticket Sales Excellence

June 18, 2020 - SPRINGFIELD, MA- Today, the American Hockey League announced that the Springfield Thunderbirds have been named the league's Ticket Sales Department of the Year and also recognized the franchise for achieving 15% growth in group ticket revenue for the 2019-2020 season. "We are truly proud to receive this award from the AHL. Ticket sales growth is only possible through the hard work of our sales team and the commitment of our fan base. I want to express my heartfelt thanks to our staff and our community for continuing to s... Full Story

• Springfield Thunderbirds Announce Voluntary Suspension for 2020-2021 AHL Season - January 4, 2021
  
• Thunderbirds Donate over 1,000 Stuffed Animals - December 16, 2020
  
• Thunderbirds Foundation Donates $15,000 to the Rays of Hope - October 22, 2020
  
• Thunderbirds Honored by AHL for Ticket Sales Excellence - June 18, 2020
  
• American Hockey League Cancels Remainder of 19-20 Season - May 11, 2020
  
• Springfield Thunderbirds Team up to Provide Meals to Local Hospitals - April 16, 2020
  
• Paul Thompson Named Springfield Thunderbirds 2019-20 IOA/American Specialty AHL Man of the Year - April 6, 2020
  
• T-Birds Bounce Back, Smack Wolf Pack, 4-1 - March 8, 2020
  
• Martel Nets Two in Pink in the Rink Defeat - March 7, 2020
  
• T-Birds Battle Back Late to Secure Point vs. Bruins - March 6, 2020
  
• Springfield Thunderbirds Sign Five-Year Affiliation Agreement with Stanley Cup Champion St. Louis Blues - March 6, 2020
  
• T-Birds & Bruins Begin Home-And-Home Set Friday - March 5, 2020
  
• Florida Panthers Recall G Chris Driedger from Springfield - March 3, 2020
  
• Springfield Thunderbirds to Host Sensory-Friendly Game on Sunday, March 8 - March 2, 2020
  
• T-Birds Unable to Slow Bruins' Hot Streak - February 29, 2020
  
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Fri., Apr 10		Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at Springfield	Cancelled
Wed., Apr 8		Charlotte at Springfield	Cancelled
Sat., Apr 4		Springfield at Laval	Cancelled
Fri., Apr 3		Springfield at Laval	Cancelled
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• Springfield Thunderbirds elect to opt out of shortened 26-game spring 2021 AHL season - AHL Springfield Republican (January 5)
• After successful drive-thru Teddy Bear Toss, Springfield Thunderbirds donate over 1,000 stuffed animals to local charities - AHL Springfield Republican (December 18)
• Springfield Thunderbirds pledge: ?EUR~We will get through this, and we are here to stay' - AHL Springfield Republican (October 29)
• St. Louis Blues make flurry of signings that should have impact on Springfield Thunderbirds roster - AHL Springfield Republican (October 14)
• So long, William C. Sullivan, a true sports fan - AHL Springfield Republican (August 29)
• AHL cancels 2021 All-Star Classic in Quebec due to coronavirus, revised league schedule - AHL Springfield Republican (August 5)
• AHL announces revised start date, season moved back to December due to coronavirus pandemic - AHL Springfield Republican (July 31)
• Springfield Thunderbirds thank fans after coronavirus cancels AHL season, working on refunding remaining tickets - AHL Springfield Republican (May 11)
• Hitting to all fields: Pondering when our Thunderbirds will skate again - AHL Springfield Republican (May 6)
• Springfield Thunderbirds Paul Thompson honored for community work - AHL Springfield Republican (April 7)
• Coronavirus suspends Springfield Thunderbirds, AHL season (report) - AHL Springfield Republican (March 12)
• Strong third period leads Springfield Thunderbirds to second consecutive win over Hartford Wolf Pack at home - AHL Springfield Republican (March 9)
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