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sports18 days ago•3 min saved

Missed open net fuels 10-second swing that ends Hershey Bears' playoff run

In Game 4 of the Atlantic Division Semifinals, the Hershey Bears were eliminated 4-1 by the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins after a pivotal 10-second sequence in which rookie Andrew Cristall missed a wide-open net on a power play, and Pittsburgh capitalized for the go-ahead goal. The Penguins added another score and sealed the win with an empty-netter. Cristall finished as Hershey’s top postseason scorer with seven points in six games; coach Derek King emphasized the unlucky breaks and the need to build on young players. The Bears’ power play struggled, and they’ll face the Springfield Thunderbirds in the Division Finals.

via RMNB|

#andrew-cristall #atlantic-division-semifinals #calder-cup-playoffs

sports19 days ago•5 min saved

Ontario Reign Set to Seal Pacific Semifinals in Game 4

Ontario Reign lead the Pacific Division Semifinals 2-1 and can clinch the series with a Game 4 win at Acrisure Arena on May 7; after a Game 1 setback, Ontario took Games 2 and 3 behind Logan Brown's back-to-back goals and solid goaltending from Erik Portillo, while Nikke Kokko has started for Coachella Valley. The Firebirds have outshot the Reign 96-71 through three games, and Ontario has killed penalties at a perfect 7-for-7 in the last two games. Three to watch for Ontario are Brown, Jack Hughes and Glenn Gawdin; for Coachella Valley, Kokko and the team’s ability to rally from deficits.

via LA Kings Insider|

#calder-cup-playoffs #coachella-valley-firebirds #hockey

sports19 days ago•4 min saved

Mazur’s two-goal night lifts Griffins to 4-2 win, taking 2-1 series edge

In Game 3 of the Central Division Semifinals, the Grand Rapids Griffins defeated the Manitoba Moose 4-2 at Van Andel Arena to take a 2-1 series lead. Carter Mazur scored the second-period game-winner and added an empty-net goal in the final minute, with Erik Gustafsson recording a goal and assist and Jakub Rychlovský opening the scoring. Michal Postava stopped 15 shots to extend his playoff string of allowing no more than three goals per game. The Griffins will look to close the series in Game 4 on Friday.

via Grand Rapids Griffins|

#calder-cup-playoffs #carter-mazur #central-division-semifinals

sports21 days ago•5 min saved

Reign set to seize edge in Game 3 vs. Firebirds

Series is tied 1-1 as Ontario Reign head to Palm Desert for Game 3 of the Pacific Division Semifinals on May 5. After a 3-0 loss in Game 1, Ontario answered with a 5-1 win in Game 2, buoyed by Pinelli’s short-handed goal and a strong penalty-kill showing (5-for-5). Goaltending rotation between Copley and Portillo will be a focal point; 3 to watch for Ontario include goalie usage, PK/PM dynamics, and forward depth, while Coachella Valley features Nikke Kokko’s playoff starts and Fisker Mølgaard’s scoring pace. FloHockey will stream the game with Reign Radio providing coverage.

via LA Kings Insider|

#calder-cup-playoffs #coachella-valley-firebirds #game-3

sports26 days ago•7 min saved

Reign Kick Off Calder Cup Playoffs at Home Against Firebirds

The Ontario Reign host the Coachella Valley Firebirds in Game 1 of the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs Pacific Division Semifinals (best-of-five) on April 29 at Toyota Arena, with Ontario entering off a franchise-record regular season (99 points, 47-20-3-2) and a 5-1-2 edge over Valley this season, while Coachella Valley advanced past Bakersfield in the first round. The preview emphasizes Ontario’s home-ice strengths and goal-scoring depth against a balanced Firebirds squad with reliable goaltending and playoff experience.

via LA Kings Insider|

#ahl #calder-cup-playoffs #coachella-valley-firebirds

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Hershey Bears Kick Off Calder Cup Playoffs as Islanders Relocate to Hamilton, Ending Bridgeport Era

The Hershey Bears begin a three-game Calder Cup first-round series against the Bridgeport Islanders, who are relocating their AHL affiliate to Hamilton for the 2026-27 season, effectively ending Bridgeport’s 25-year AHL era; the opener is Tuesday at Total Mortgage Arena, with subsequent games at Giant Center and a possible rematch back at Total Mortgage Arena if needed.

via RMNB|

#ahl #bridgeport-islanders #calder-cup-playoffs

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Hunter Shepard Wins Jack A. Butterfield Trophy as Calder Cup Playoffs MVP

Hunter Shepard, the goaltender for the Hershey Bears, was named the MVP of the Calder Cup Playoffs and received the Jack A. Butterfield Trophy. He had a 14-6 overall postseason record with a .914 save percentage, 2.27 goals-against average, and three shutouts. Shepard's performance in the final game of the season helped the Bears win their first Calder Cup championship in 13 years. He is likely to be re-signed by the team despite being without a contract in nine days.

via Russian Machine Never Breaks|

#calder-cup-playoffs #hershey-bears #hunter-shepard

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Hershey Bears secure spot in Calder Cup Finals with win over Rochester.

The Rochester Americans lost 1-0 to the Hershey Bears in the AHL Eastern Conference Finals, ending their playoff run. Despite being 4-0 in elimination games before Friday, Rochester struggled to score against Hershey's goaltender, Hunter Shepard, who had a shutout in Game 6. Rochester's power play, which helped them get to the Eastern Conference Finals, went 1-for-15 in the series, while Hershey went 3-for-15. The Amerks lost the series because they went 0-3 at home and were shutout twice.

via WGR550|

#ahl-eastern-conference-finals #calder-cup-playoffs #hershey-bears

sports3 years ago•5 min saved

Hershey Bears make it to Calder Cup Finals as Eastern Conference Champions.

The Hershey Bears advance in the Calder Cup playoffs, and fans gathered at Hummesltown Arooga's to cheer them on. The crowd was full of energy and excitement, hoping for a Bears win. The district manager of Arooga's is looking forward to the after-party, which many fans are staying for.

via WGAL Susquehanna Valley Pa.|

#after-party #calder-cup-playoffs #celebration

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Injuries and Faith: Bears Seek Series Lead in Conference Finals.

The Hershey Bears scratched Ethen Frank, their top scorer during the regular season, for Game Three of the Eastern Conference Finals, while Vincent Iorio missed the game due to injury. Frank has been goalless in eight postseason games, and head coach Todd Nelson is hoping to jumpstart his game by hitting the reset button. Mason Morelli was promoted to the top line, while Shane Gersich suited up on the fourth line. Iorio was replaced by Jake Massie on the third pairing.

via Russian Machine Never Breaks|

#calder-cup-playoffs #ethen-frank #hershey-bears

sports3 years ago•2 min saved

Hershey Bears Advance to Calder Cup Eastern Conference Finals.

The Rochester Americans will face the Hershey Bears in the Eastern Conference Finals of the 2023 Calder Cup Playoffs. The Amerks advanced to the Conference Finals for the first time since 2004 after sweeping the Toronto Marlies, while the Bears also completed their sweep over the Hartford Wolf Pack. The best-of-seven series will begin on May 23 in Hershey, with Rochester hosting Games 3 and 4 on May 27 and 29, respectively.

via Rochester Americans|

#ahl #calder-cup-playoffs #eastern-conference-finals

sports3 years ago•6 min saved

Amerks' Playoff Success a Sign of Progress for Sabres Prospects.

The Rochester Americans, the AHL affiliate of the Buffalo Sabres, completed an improbable comeback to eliminate the Syracuse Crunch and advance to the Calder Cup Playoffs’ North Division final round. The Amerks’ success is a sign of progress for the Sabres, who have focused on building a feeder program that will be crucial as their top players become more expensive. The coaching and development staffs have successfully prepared players to contribute in Buffalo, and with more prospects arriving next season, the Sabres have created a winning culture in Rochester.

via Buffalo News|

#ahl #calder-cup-playoffs #kevyn-adams

sports3 years ago•4 min saved

Amerks secure OT victory to advance in Calder Cup playoffs.

The Rochester Americans advanced to the North Division final round of the Calder Cup playoffs after defeating the Syracuse Crunch 5-4 in overtime. The Amerks twice led by three goals, but the Crunch managed to tie the game with 29.9 seconds left in regulation. However, Lawrence Pilut scored his second goal of the game on the power play in overtime to secure the victory for Rochester. The Amerks will face top-seeded Toronto in the next round.

via Buffalo News|

#calder-cup-playoffs #lawrence-pilut #malcolm-subban

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Wolf Pack dominates Bruins to secure spot in Division Finals.

The Hartford Wolf Pack defeated the Providence Bruins 4-0 in Game Four of the Atlantic Divisional Semifinals, advancing to the Atlantic Division Finals. Dylan Garand made 32 saves and earned his second shutout of the Calder Cup Playoffs. Turner Elson, Jake Leschyshyn (2), and Ryan Carpenter scored for the Wolf Pack. Hartford will face the Hershey Bears in the next round.

via Hartford Wolf Pack|

#atlantic-division-finals #calder-cup-playoffs #dylan-garand

sports3 years ago•3 min saved

Hershey Bears Dominate Playoffs, Advance to Atlantic Division Finals.

The Hershey Bears defeated the Charlotte Checkers 6-2 in Game Four of the Calder Cup playoffs, advancing to the third round. After a poor first period, Beck Malenstyn led the Bears to victory with two goals and an assist. Aliaksei Protas scored two goals, including the game-winner, and Sam Anas had two assists. The Bears will face the winner of the Hartford Wolfpack and Providence Bruins’ series.

via Russian Machine Never Breaks|

#aliaksei-protas #beck-malenstyn #calder-cup-playoffs