Thunderbirds Host Second Community Caravan in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – The Springfield Thunderbirds are setting up their second community caravan of the summer, filled with local vendors, musicians and face paint.

Proceeds from the summer caravan events go to a local non-profit organization. Today’s event raised money for the Grey House in Springfield.

There is another summer caravan that will be held on August 17th from 9am to 1pm in Amelia Park. The beneficiary of the upcoming event will go to Rachel’s Table of Western Massachusetts.

“When there’s no games, it’s hard to stay connected. So this is just a way for us to see them (fans) during the off-season,” said Todd McDonald, Vice President of Sales and Strategy for the Springfield Thunderbirds.

With opening night at the MassMutual Center in Downtown Springfield just three months away, fans and players are gearing up for what is shaping up to be the biggest season yet.

Matthew Peca told 22News that there is nothing like the hockey community in Springfield, “Every game there is a lot of energy. Our fan base is very passionate, like I said, they are loud. It’s just a great atmosphere together and you kind of feel like you’re part of a family community here in Springfield.”

The Springfield Thunderbirds kick off opening night of the 2024-25 regular season on October 12 at 7:05 p.m. at the MassMutual Center against the Laval Rocket.