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Griffins announce date to raise Calder Cup banner at Van Andel Arena

The Grand Rapids Griffins will host the championship banner from the Calder Cup on Opening Night of the 2017-18 season on Friday, Oct. 6.

The Griffins, who earlier this month defeated Syracuse Crunch in six games, will host a pregame ceremony when the team opens the season at home at Van Andel Arena.

The banner will go up next to the franchise's first title, in 2013.

The date of the opener is one of six confirmed by the league.

Also, the Griffins will host their 21st annual New Year's Eve game on Sunday, Dec. 31.