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Hockey fans fill the seats at Carver Arena as they watch the Peoria Rivermen compete on the ice.

Rivermen owner: New long-term lease fortifies team's partnership with Peoria Civic Center

Joe Deacon

Peoria Rivermen owner and CEO Bart Rogers says the pro hockey team’s new five-year lease extension at Carver Arena affirms their commitment to the River City and allows the franchise to continue to thrive.

The Peoria Rivermen won the SPHL championship for the second time in three years Sunday, claiming the President's Cup with a 5-1 victory over Huntsville in a decisive Game 3 at Carver Arena.

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Rivermen charge back at home to claim SPHL President’s Cup title

Joe Deacon

The Peoria Rivermen are champions of The SPHL for the second time in three years.

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Rivermen to become part of SPHL

It appears hockey will stay alive in Peoria. The Southern Professional Hockey League announced its adding the Bloomington Blaze and Peoria Rivermen to its…