NEWS

The Enmarket Arena was buzzing with excitement as fans, corporate partners, and community members and Chamber and Visit Savannah leadership celebrated a major announcement: the Savannah Ghost Pirates are now affiliated with the NHL’s Florida Panthers and the AHL’s Charlotte Checkers.

Key figures like Zawyer Sports CEO Andy Kaufmann, Panthers Assistant GM Brett Peterson, and Checkers COO Tera Black enthusiastically spoke about the partnership.

Mayor Van Johnson highlighted its positive community impact, and newly appointed head coach Jared Staal was introduced. Fans enjoyed giveaways, exclusive merchandise, and meeting team representatives. The event marked a promising future for the Ghost Pirates, with solid support from their new affiliates and a bright outlook for Savannah hockey fans.