The Mahoning Valley Phantoms begin their pre-season schedule this weekend as they host two exhibition games at the Ice Zone in Boardman.

On Friday, the Phantoms will meet the Michigan Jr. Ice Dogs of the Central States Hockey League (CSHL) and the Pittsburgh Junior Penguins of the Empire Junior Hockey League (EJHL) on Saturday. Both games start at 7:00pm and admission is free.

The Phantoms season opener is less than four weeks away, on Wednesday, September 13 versus the Wichita Falls Wildcats in Blaine, Minnesota. The home opener is set for Friday, November 3 against the Traverse City North Stars.

Get a free preview of this year's Phantoms in action at the Ice Zone. Our concession stands will be open.