Grand Rapids Griffins tickets

Grand Rapids Griffins Tickets

The Grand Rapids Griffins have been thrilling ice hockey fans with their sportsmanship on the ice since 1996, back when the team was an independent member of the International Hockey League. In 1999, the team began a three-year run as an affiliate of the NHL’s Ottawa Senators which ended when the Griffins joined the American Hockey League in 2001. In 2002, the Grand Rapids Griffins played their first season as affiliates of the

Detroit Red Wings

, and that affiliation continues to this day. The Griffins continue to show their strength, winning the American Hockey League's Calder Cup in 2013 and again in 2017. At both of these championship games, the Grand Rapids Griffins beat the

Syracuse Crunch

for the Cup. Several players to don the Griffins jersey have gone on to play with

Stanley Cup Finals

-winning teams. Some of these players include Valtteri Filppula, Niklas Kronwall, Brett Lebda, Jiri Hudler, Derek Meech, Darren Helm, Tomas Kopecky, Chris Osgood and Darren McCarty. You can catch all the Griffins action on the ice by picking up your Grand Rapids Griffins tickets right here at StubHub.

Who coaches for the Grand Rapids Griffins?

Ben Simon is the head coach of the Grand Rapids Griffins and has been coaching in that capacity since 2018. He is the 11th head coach in the Griffins history and previously served as assistant coach for three seasons under Todd Nelson. It was under Ben Simon's leadership as head coach that the Grand Rapids Griffins had their record-setting straight playoff appearance for the 2018-19 season.

Are there any special nights for Grand Rapids Griffins fans?

Every Friday night during home games at the

Van Andel Arena

, Grand Rapids Griffins fans that sit in the D-Zone area get $2 beers and hot dogs delivered right to their seat.

What is the capacity for Grand Rapids Griffins fans at the Van Andel Arena?

The Van Andel Arena is a multi-purpose venue that brings sporting events, family entertainment and concerts to West Michigan. The arena can accommodate up to 11,000 ice hockey fans.

How many Grand Rapids Griffins have gone on to play for the NHL?

Since the beginning of the Grand Rapids Griffins as a team, over 180 players have gone on to play at least one game in the National Hockey League. That number includes several Stanley Cup champions and a Calder Trophy finalist. All of the teams in the National Hockey League teams have had a former Griffin as a member of their team at one time or another. In addition to the players, three head coaches for the Griffins have gone on to coach in the National Hockey League.

Who are the main rivals for the Grand Rapids Griffins?

The Grand Rapids Griffins have had numerous rivalries throughout the history of the team. Some of the teams that have historically had a rivalry with the Griffins include the

Hamilton Bulldogs

, the

Rockford IceHogs

, the

Cleveland Monsters

and the

Chicago Wolves

. Currently, the

Milwaukee Admirals

are the team’s top rival and most consistent opponent. This rivalry dates all the way back to the 1996-97 season.

Grand Rapids Griffins Tickets

The two-time Calder Cup champion Grand Rapids Griffins are proud members of the American Hockey League and are entering their 21st season as the primary affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings. The bedrock of Sports Business Journal’s No. 1-ranked minor league market, the Griffins make their home at the world-renowned Van Andel Arena and recently celebrated their first quarter-century as one of the premier franchises in sports. They have sent 193 players on to the National Hockey League and have produced 18 Stanley Cup champions since their inception in 1996. You can catch all the action on the ice by picking up your Grand Rapids Griffins tickets right here at StubHub.

Who Coaches for the Grand Rapids Griffins?

Ben Simon, who was named by the Detroit Red Wings as the 11th head coach in Griffins franchise history on June 5, 2018, begins his eighth season with Grand Rapids and his fifth as head coach in 2022-23. During Simon’s first seven seasons as a coach in Grand Rapids, the Griffins compiled cumulative records of 249-179-23-24 (0.574) in the regular season and 24-14 (0.632) in the Calder Cup Playoffs. Simon is assisted by Matt Macdonald, Todd Krygier, Mike Knuble and Brian Mahoney-Wilson.

Are there any special nights for Grand Rapids Griffins fans

Every Friday, enjoy $2 domestic drafts and $2 hot dogs from 6-8 p.m., while supplies last. Every time the Griffins win at home on Wednesday, each fan in attendance will receive a free ticket to the next Wednesday game. For all Sunday games, enjoy $1 small Pepsi drinks and $1 ice cream cups from 3-5 p.m. Check the Griffins’ schedule page to see all the upcoming promotions.

What is the capacity for Grand Rapids Griffins fans at Van Andel Arena?

Van Andel Arena is a multi-purpose venue that brings sporting events, family entertainment and concerts to West Michigan. The arena can accommodate up to 10,834 hockey fans.