Penguins' AHL affiliate battles Hershey Bears

In a competitive playoff series, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins faced the Hershey Bears, with the series tied 1-1 after Game 2. The Bears managed to steal a game at Mohegan Arena, avoiding a 2-0 series deficit.

Clay Stevenson, the Bears' goaltender, was instrumental in their 2-1 victory, making 36 saves and showcasing a strong performance, particularly in the third period where he stopped 21 shots. He emphasized the importance of team support in achieving success.

Bogdan Trineyev scored the game-winning goal late in the second period, benefiting from a well-executed play by his line. Trineyev's goal came after a deflection by Brett Leason gave the Bears an early lead during a power play.

The Bears will look to continue this momentum as they return home to Hershey for Games 3 and 4, with the opportunity to close out the series on their home ice. Coach Derek King expressed concern over the heavy reliance on his top line but acknowledged their strong play throughout the postseason, which has helped elevate the Bears' game in the playoffs.