Media Advisory - Leafs, Coca-Cola Zero(R) to host free preseason game &
tailgate party
WHAT: Maple Leafs fans are invited to the Coca-Cola Zero(R) Fans First pregame tailgate party to kick-off the 2009-10 Toronto Maple Leafs season. For the second consecutive season, the Maple Leafs added a free game to their preseason schedule as a way of recognizing the outstanding support of their fans. All 20,000 tickets for the Coca-Cola Zero(R) Fans First game were given away to fans through a number of unique giveaways and promotions. Fans in attendance at the tailgate party will have an opportunity to face off against Maple Leafs alumni in a ball hockey tournament, enjoy Coca-Cola Zero(R) sampling and watch a live concert by Murderecords recording artist SLOAN. Fans without tickets to the game are encouraged to attend the tailgate party for the chance to win tickets to the Coca-Cola Zero(R) Fans First game between the Leafs and the Bruins. They can also enjoy the live broadcast of the game on Air Canada Centre's high-definition outdoor video board. WHO: Toronto Maple Leafs Alumni - Gary Leeman, Bill Derlago, Johnny Bower and Rick Vaive Special Musical Guest SLOAN WHEN: Wednesday, September 16, 2009 4 to 10 p.m. Game time (Leafs vs. Boston Bruins) - 7 p.m. WHERE: Air Canada Centre - Outside Gate 5 York Street and Bremner Boulevard
For further information: Media Contacts: Rajani Kamath, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, (416) 815-5790; Jamie Deans, MLSE, (416) 815-5445; Leigha Cotton, Coca-Cola Ltd, (416) 467-2192
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