2006-07 Team Awards

On Sunday, April 15th, at the conclusion of the final home game of the regular season, the Portland Pirates were presented the 2006-07 Year-End Awards. The award winners are as follows:

Unum Cup – Portland Pirates This cup is presented to the team that wins the season series between the Portland Pirates and the Worcester Sharks. This season the Pirates were 6-2-0-2 against the Sharks and captured the inaugural Unum Challenge title.
Pirates Partner Award – Clyde Markland and Steven Crane This award is presented to an individual that has shown commitment and dedication to the Portland Pirates organization and has preformed his or her role with a great attitude and proven ability to go above and beyond their duty.
AHL Player of the Week - David McKee This award will be presented to Pirates goalie David McKee who was named the Player of the Week in the AHL for the week ending April 1, 2007.
Allied Home Mortgage 3 Stars Award - Joe Motzko Award goes to the Player who was recognized this season the most as a 1st, 2nd or 3rd star this season.
Most Valuable Player presented by Maine Medical Center - Joe Motzko Awarded to the Portland Pirates Player, as voted on by the fans, chosen as the team's Most Valuable Player.
Pirates Man of the Year - Drew Miller This year's award will be presented to Pirates forward Drew Miller for his outstanding contributions to the Portland community during the 2006-07 season.
Unsung Hero - Clay Wilson This award is presented to the Portland Pirates Player, as voted on by the fans, chosen as the Unsung Hero.
Player's Player - Greg Amadio Awarded to the Portland Pirates Player, as voted on by his teammates, chosen as the Player's Player.
Ebright Award - Trevor Gillies This award is given to the Portland Pirates Player who best exemplifies what it means to be a Portland Pirate, as envisioned by team founder, the late Tom Ebright.
Most Popular Player - Trevor Gillies This award is given to the Portland Pirates Player, as voted on by the fans, chosen as the Most Popular Player.
Jack Button Award - Petteri Wirtanen Award is given to the Portland Pirates Player chosen as the team's Top Prospect.

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