SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … The American Hockey League is once again proud to join the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players Association for themselves. Hockey Fights Cancer ™ presented by AstraZeneca by the V Foundation for Cancer Research campaign, uniting the global hockey community around the fight against cancer.
The campaign, which has united the hockey community since 1998, will use the power of storytelling, advocacy and fan engagement to support life-saving cancer research and inspire action through high attendance at the featured screenings. This year, 22 AHL member clubs have designated a home game as Hockey Against Cancer Night, with opportunities to include lavender jerseys, panels, tape, helmet decals and “I’m Fighting” cards. AHL and its teams also support various local cancer hospitals, clinics and advocacy groups.
Fans can get involved by sharing their stories using the official hashtag #HockeyfightsCancer or donate online at HockeyFightsCancer.com. Additionally, donations collected will also continue to support American Cancer Society and: Canadian Cancer Society Shelters in the US and Canada that help hundreds of people with cancer and their families every day with shelter, food, transportation, activities and emotional support.
Below is a list of scheduled Hockey Against Cancer nights hosted by AHL teams:
| Sunday, November 1 | Hershey Bears vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton |
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| Friday, November 6 |  |
Belleville Senators vs. Lehigh Valley |
| Friday, November 6 |  |
Laval rocket vs. Cleveland |
| Saturday, November 7 |  |
Charlotte Checkers vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton |
| Saturday, November 7 | |
Belleville Senators vs. Providence |
| Saturday, November 14 |  |
Hartford Wolf Pack vs. Springfield |
| Saturday, November 14 |  |
Henderson Silver Knights vs. Calgary |
| Saturday, November 14 |  |
Kingdom of Ontario vs. Abbotsford |
| Sunday, November 15 |  |
Coachella Valley Firebirds vs. Abbotsford |
| Sunday, November 15 |  |
Tucson Roadrunners vs. Texas |
| Friday, November 20 |  |
Hamilton Hammers vs. Belleville |
| Friday, November 20 |  |
Stars of Texas vs. San Jose |
| Sunday, November 22 |  |
Toronto Marlies against Chicago |
| Saturday, November 28 |  |
Springfield Thunderbirds vs. Utica |
| Saturday, November 28 |  |
Cleveland Monsters v. Hamilton |
| Saturday, November 28 |  |
Syracuse Crunch against Laval |
| Sunday, November 29 |  |
Calgary Wranglers v. Ontario |
| Sunday, November 29 |  |
Manitoba Moose vs. Belleville |
| Friday, December 11 |  |
Milwaukee Admirals vs. Rockford |
| Saturday, January 2 |  |
Abbotsford Canucks vs. Henderson |
| Saturday, January 9 |  |
Colorado Eagles vs. Tucson |
| Saturday, January 30 |  |
Bakersfield Condors vs. Calgary |
| Friday, February 12 |  |
Rochester Americans vs. Springfield |
About Hockey Fights Cancer™
Established in 1998 by the NHL and NHLPA, the first national outreach program created by a major sports league, the V Foundation’s Hockey Against Cancer initiative presented by AstraZeneca has raised more than $53 million since its inception. Since partnering with the V Foundation and AstraZeneca, Hockey Fights Cancer has raised more than $21.3 million over the past three seasons. For more information on Hockey Fights Cancer or to donate to Hockey Fights Cancer, visit hockeyfightscancer.com.
About the V Foundation for Cancer Research
The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State University basketball coach, ESPN commentator and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer. The V Foundation has funded more than $500 million in game-changing cancer research grants in North America through a competitive process rigorously overseen by a world-class scientific advisory committee. Because the V Foundation has an administrative fund, 100% of direct donations go to cancer research and programs. Team V is committed to funding the best scientists to accelerate Victory Against Cancer® and save lives. Visit to learn more v.org:.
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