Phantoms go to $5 kids tickets

The Phantoms announced today that they have reduced ticket prices for children 14 and under to $5 for every game for the rest of the season.

"In light of today's economy, it's harder than ever for families to find the resources for a fun night out together," Phantoms vice president Mike Thornton said in a statement. "Through this new kids price, we hope families who have been coming to Phantoms games for years will be able to do so, and that others who maybe haven't come to a Phantoms game yet will take the opportunity to find out how much fun they are."

The new price goes into effect this Friday, December 26 when the Phantoms host the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins at 7:05. To celebrate the new rate, Phantoms mascot Phlex will be handing out kids tickets Monday at the Babies 'R Us in Springfield, Pa., from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.