Puck drops on Esso Minor Hockey Week

Posted Jan 8, 2016 7:31 am.

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Esso Minor Hockey Week kicks off Friday night in Calgary.

It’s believed to be the largest minor hockey tournament in the world, featuring about 11,000 kids, 650 teams, 915 games, 2,600 coaches, and 4,000 volunteers.

Rob Kerr with Sportsnet 960 The Fan is the master of ceremonies for the event, which starts at 7:30 p.m. at the Max Bell Arena.

A recreational hockey game is the featured opening game. Puck drop is at 8 p.m.

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