ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Rochester Amerks will celebrate the life of Scott Metcalfe, the Amerks hall-of famer who helped to lead the team to a Calder Cup championship, during Friday night’s game.
Metcalfe died at age 58 last June. Ahead of Friday’s game at the Blue Cross Arena, fans can submit their photos with Metcalfe over the years, which will be displayed on the videoboard. You can submit your photos here.
The game will begin with a 10-second moment of silence, followed by a ceremonial puck-drop with Metcalfe’s family. The Amerks will present Metcalfe’s family with a framed jersey, and a playlist of Metcalfe’s favorite songs will be played during the game’s stoppages.
In addition, the first 2,500 fans will get a commemorative trading card. After the game, 1,500 yo-yos will be given out. The Amerks will take on the Laval Rocket, and the puck drops at 7:05 p.m. You can get tickets here.
About Scott Metcalfe
Metcalfe played with the Amerks for nine seasons and was a member of the Amerks’ Calder Cup championship team in 1996. Amerks players remember him for his “tenacious play” and dedication to community service.
After his retirement from professional hockey in 2002, he remained in Rochester, working in high school hockey and serving on the Amerks Alumni Association. He’s the three-time winner of both the McCulloch Trophy for community service and the V.P. Supply Most Popular Player award.
Metcalfe ranks seventh in franchise history in games played, ninth in points and assists, and 11th in goals. He’s also the team’s all-time penalty minute leader.
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