T-Birds Erase Two-Goal Hole, Complete Midwest Sweep
– The Springfield Thunderbirds (18-17-1-4) erased a 2-0 first intermission to pick up a 3-2 overtime win over the Grand Rapids Griffins (15-19-2-2) on Saturday night inside Van Andel Arena. Playing in front of a sellout crowd, the Griffins raced out to another quick first period, as Albert Johansson one-timed a slap shot through heavy traffic and past Joel Hofer to make it a 0 Grand Rapids lead at 7:24 of the opening period. His steady play was rewarded with an insurance marker from Jakub Vrana, who beat Hofer upstairs on a on-1 rush at 13:44 of the marker, giving Grand Rapids a 2-0 lead at the intermission. It was Springfield’s second shorthanded goal in two nights, as well as Kessel’s first goal since Nov. 16. Thunderbirds fans can reserve their seats for the 2022-23 season and lock in the best prices and member benefits by calling (413) 739-GOAL (4625) or visiting ...
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