Backyard Bistro will host Canes Corner, a live broadcast from the restaurant featuring players from the NHL’s Carolina Hurricanes, for the second season year in a row.   

All-Star goalie Cam Ward kicks off the 2011-12 Canes Corner season on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. Players who also participated in the 10 live radio shows last season include All-Star and team captain Eric Staal, NHL rookie of the year Jeff Skinner, and alternate captains Tim Gleason and Brandon Sutter. 

A drawing will be held five minutes prior to each broadcast, where 30 lucky fans can meet, take a photo or win an autograph from the participating player.

Patrons who arrive early can also purchase a Hurricane Drink or selected appetizer and receive an 8x10 color photo (a limit of 50) of the participating player.

“Hosting Canes Corner is a natural fit for Backyard Bistro and all of the loyal Canes fans who enjoy the restaurant’s sports theme and family atmosphere before, during and after games,” said Backyard Bistro co-owners Lance Wheeler and Joe Lumbrazo. “The show was a tremendous success last season and we’re excited to be a major part of the off-ice activities surrounding the Carolina Hurricanes.”

Canes Corner is a partnership between Backyard Bistro, the Carolina Hurricanes and 99.9 The Fan, and is in its fifth season. 

The following are the dates for Canes Corner for the 2011-12 season.  

Wednesday, Sept. 28…Cam Ward Tuesday, Oct. 11 ……….Brandon Sutter  Wednesday, Nov. 2…..Jay Harrison Tuesday, Dec. 20 ………Kirk Muller Thursday, Jan. 5………..Alexei Ponikarovsky Wednesday, Jan. 18…..Tuomo Ruutu Wednesday, Feb. 15….Tim Gleason Friday, Feb. 24…..Justin Faulk Tuesday, March 20……..TBA Wednesday, March 28…TBA