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In the midst of a dreadful losing streak, the Vancouver Canucks delivered some delightful news about the impending relocation of the team’s AHL affiliate.
The Canucks announced on Tuesday that they’re intending to bring their AHL team to Abbotsford for the 2021-22 season.
The news inspired fans on social media to drop a barrage of name suggestions. Some were good, some were…a little out there.
Since the announcement stated that the team will have a new name, Comets is out of the running. With that stipulation out of the way, here are the nine best name ideas for the rebrand of the Canucks’ AHL affiliate in Abbotsford.
SASKATOON The personal effects of Gordie and Mark Howe are up for auction at the NHL Auctions website. Here are some noteworthy items that might catch a hockey connoisseur s eye. Gordie Howe Game-Worn 1977 WHA All-Star Jersey This jersey is billed as a tremendous opportunity to own a piece of hockey history. Gordie Howe wore it during the 1977 World Hockey Association All-Star Game in Hartford, CT. This was Howe s fourth season in the WHA and his last with the Houston Aeros, where he starred with his sons Mark and Marty. The current bid is $5,300 USD. Gordie Howe s 1942 Saskatoon Lions Midget Champions Plaque
Pirates announce hiring of new executive vice president David Burke
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Pirates continue renewed focus on enhancing fan engagement
December 16th, 2020
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The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the hiring of David Burke as the Club’s Executive Vice President, Sales & Business Development. In this role, Burke will lead the Ticket Sales, Premium Sales, Partnership Sales, Event Sales and Business Analytics departments, with a focus on enhancing fan and partner engagement.
Burke joins the Pirates from the Kroenke Sports and Entertainment Group, where he served in the role of Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy Officer since 2012. At Kroenke Sports, he was charged with overseeing the group’s Revenue Strategy and Business Intelligence as well as Business Innovation, Consumer Sales, Suite Sales and Premium Sales for the Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets, Colorado Rapids and Colorado Mammoth.
Despite tough times, Aerodrome celebrates 25th anniversary
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The Aerodrome Ice Skating Rink opened on December 7, 1995 in hopes it would foster leagues and interested young people and adults in the wintry indoor sports of hockey and figure skating.Courtesy of Aerodrome / SubmittedShow MoreShow Less
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With Covid-19 still lurking around, clients are scanned for their fever and have to wear masks and socially distance while in the facility.Courtesy of Aerodrome / SubmittedShow MoreShow Less
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The mascots aren’t into mischief, but are inviting skaters into the facility for a lot of fun.Courtesy of Aerodrome / SubmittedShow MoreShow Less