Sunrise, Fla. – The Florida Panthers announced today that the club has entered into a four-year agreement with the Portland Pirates, making the Portland Pirates its American Hockey League affiliate starting next season. The announcement was made jointly by Florida Panthers Executive Vice President & General Manager Dale Tallon and Portland Pirates Chief Operating Officer Brad Church.
"We are extremely pleased to announce this new affiliation with Portland," said Tallon. "Portland is a great hockey town, and we look forward to our prospects continuing to grow and develop in a successful and winning culture in Portland."
"I also would like to thank Rick Pych and Spurs Sports & Entertainment for partnering with the Panthers during the last four seasons. It truly has been a pleasure working with a first-class organization. In addition, we would like to thank all of the terrific fans in San Antonio who have supported our AHL team there. We look forward to a solid finish this season in San Antonio, while qualifying for the Calder Cup playoffs."
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