CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - Playoff hockey is back in the Queen City, and the Charlotte Checkers are calling on fans to bring the energy for puck drop at 7 p.m. on April 22 as they take on the Springfield Thunderbirds in a best-of-three series.
With a talented roster and a playoff atmosphere that always draws a big crowd, every seat is a good seat and there’s also new playoff merch for fans to grab.
Adding to the fun is Checkers organist Jason Atkins, better known as Greazy Keys, who keeps the arena buzzing all game long. Fans can also try the Greazy Keys Cheeseburger - a double smash burger topped with bacon, caramelized onion, and garlic aioli.
For tickets and info, visit charlottecheckers.com and follow @checkershockey.
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