I didn't intend to disparage the AHL in this message:
 
> > Looks like the Hartford Wolf Pack is playing the Providence Bruins in
> > the Providence Civic Center on Friday, April 3.  That's only about an
> > hour away from Boston, as I recall.
>
> Also, the Chiefs are at home against Hyannisport at the War Memorial at
> 8, good seats are still available...
 
I'm aware that the AHL features the best of old-time hockey, as
exemplified by Eddie Shore, Dit Clapper, and Toe Blake.
 
Here's the smiley that probably should have accompanied, though would
have ruined, the earlier message:
 
:-)
 
- Erik
 
Supplementary Disclaimer:  This is still really a post about additional
hockey opportunities during the Phinal Phour weekend in Boston, not a
general statement about the quality of minor league hockey.   Your
mileage may vary.  Void where prohibited by law.
 
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