Syracuse Crunch vs. Laval Rocket

American Hockey League hockey comes to Syracuse as the Crunch host the Laval Rocket at Upstate Medical University Arena. The Crunch are the AHL affiliate of the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning, and the club's roots go back to Hamilton, Ontario, before taking up residence in upstate New York and adopting the 'Crunch' name through a public vote.

The Laval Rocket visit as the opponent in a professional matchup that is part of the AHL season. For hockey fans, it's a chance to watch a Lightning-affiliated club compete in a pro environment, with the team's AHL history adding to the local atmosphere.