Stingrays Edge Everblades in Crucial Game 4
The South Carolina Stingrays kept their championship hopes alive on Tuesday night, battling the Florida Everblades to a 3‑1 victory that forced a Game 5 in the best‑of‑seven South Division Finals. The win came despite the Everblades holding a 3‑1 series edge, turning the tide with a dominant third‑period surge.
Clutch Performances Define the Night
Goaltender Seth Eisele, making his first playoff start, turned aside 32 shots, including a perfect 10‑shot second period that kept Florida at bay. His effort earned him his second win in a Kelly Cup playoff career and steadied the Stingrays after an early setback.
Connor Moore was the offensive catalyst, striking twice – first to break the deadlock in the second period and later sealing the outcome with an empty‑net goal with just 14 seconds remaining. His two‑goal night added to a multi‑point performance alongside D.J. King, who also contributed on the scoresheet.
Florida opened the scoring when Oliver Chau found the net early, but the Stingrays answered quickly as Kyler Kupka assisted Josh Wilkins to level the game. The back‑and‑forth continued, with Moore’s first lead goal giving South Carolina a 2‑1 edge before the Everblades pulled their goalie in a desperate push during the final two minutes.
The climax arrived when Moore capped the night with an empty‑net marker, sealing a 3‑1 final score. The performance showcased a blend of veteran poise and youthful energy, underscoring the Stingrays’ resilience as they look to force a decisive Game 5 on the road.