Syracuse Crunch vs. Hamilton Hammers

This matchup pits the Syracuse Crunch against the Hamilton Hammers in American Hockey League action. The Crunch are the AHL affiliate of the NHL's Tampa Bay Lightning, so fans can expect the hard-skating, physical style that defines the top development league in North America.

The Crunch have been part of the Syracuse sports scene since the franchise relocated from Hamilton, Ontario, and was renamed through a public vote. The team plays its home games at the Upstate Medical University Arena, where it has led the league in sellouts and made deep playoff runs. For hockey fans, it is a chance to watch the next wave of NHL talent in a lively home rink.