Kitchener Rangers celebrate fans and raise money for charity at FanFest [Video]

The Kitchener Rangers wrapped up a pre-season showcase on Sunday by celebrating their fans and raising money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Inflatable games, the smell of barbeque, and die-hard Rangers fans filled the parking lot of the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium on East Ave as the team held FanFest.

The event ran in conjunction with a friendly tournament against the Saginaw Spirit, Erie Otters, and Brantford Bulldogs.

“It’s been a really tremendous weekend of hockey,” Kitchener Rangers Chief Operating Officer and Governor Joe Birch said. “We really appreciate Saginaw, Erie, and Brantford being here to participate in it. [It’s] an incredible way, not only for us to start our season, but the Ontario Hockey League. It just really goes to showcase the high level of players and coaches and a really amazing fan base.”

Fans young and old alike had a chance to meet this year’s players just hours before they …