CONDORSTOWN, Calif. – The Bakersfield Condors, owned by the Edmonton Oilers, are set for the American Hockey League (AHL) in 2015-16. Throughout the offseason, the team will give you a “What you need to know” synopsis around the world of hockey.
1. 2014-15 IS OFFICIALLY OVER
Just like that, three leagues decided a champion on back-to-back-to-back days. First, theManchester Monarchs (LA Kings), who are moving to become the Ontario Reign in 2015-16, won the AHL’s Calder Cup on Saturday in five games. Then, the Allen Americans took home the ECHL’s Kelly Cup on Sunday in Game 7. And last night, the Chicago Blackhawks won their third NHL Stanley Cup in six years with a 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 6.
19 members of the Blackhawks played in the AHL, including Conn Smythe (Playoffs MVP) winner Duncan Keith
Fun fact courtesy of AHL PR: Patrick Sharp, who has now won three Stanley Cups, is one of 127 players to win both the Calder Cup and the Stanley Cup.
Condors ticket members will have access to a pre-sale beginning Thursday, June 18 at 10 a.m. Not a member? Call us at 324-PUCK (7825) to sign up today.
Tickets for the general public will go on sale Friday, July 10 at 10 a.m.
This is the first game in Bakersfield for the Coyotes and the sixth for the Kings, who last played in Condorstown in 2003 against San Jose.
3. CONDORS WILL PLAY GAMES AND NOW WE KNOW SOME DATES
116 days. That is the time from today until the Condors play their first AHL home opener inBakersfield on Saturday, October 10, 2015.
Groups, suites, and Pick-6 Plans are on sale now for these games. Do not delay in securing the best spots in Condorstown for these big games.
The rest of the schedule and opponents will be announced in August. The Bakersfield Californian’s Mike Griffith had more on the schedule and more with Condors Team President Matthew Riley.
4. FRONT OFFICE HEADS TO SCOTTSDALE
The Condors front office heads to Scottsdale, Arizona next Tuesday – Thursday for theAHL’s Sales and Marketing Meetings.
The meetings are an opportunity to share best practices, meet with vendors on potential promotional nights, and network with those from around the league.
Follow along on Twitter (@Condors) as the team behind the team takes fun to a new level.
5. DRAFT PARTY AND MORE QUICK HITS
The Condors are planning to throw an NHL Draft Party on Friday, June 26 at 4 p.m. Details to follow, but you will want to be there.
Condors beat writer Mike Griffith of The Bakersfield Californian sat down with Condors Team President Matthew Riley on the changes and the schedule.
AHL CONDORS MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE!
Be part of history as the Condors move to the American Hockey League in 2015-16. Ticket memberships are on sale now for as low as $17/month and ensure that you get the best benefits, exclusive invites, and more! Full memberships get you into every game, half memberships get you into half the games, and the Pick-6 Plan lets you pick the dates that are best for you. Contact the Condors at 324-PUCK (7825) or click here for more information.
Manchester Monarchs (LA Kings), who are moving to become the Ontario Reign in 2015-16, won the AHL’s Calder Cup on Saturday in five games. Then, the Allen Americans took home the ECHL’s Kelly Cup on Sunday in Game 7. And last night, the Chicago Blackhawks won their third NHL Stanley Cup in six years with a 2-0 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning in Game 6.
Arena in an NHL pre-season game.
Bakersfield on Saturday, October 10, 2015.
AHL’s Sales and Marketing Meetings.
Crafts for the Draft Party – June 26