Griffins on the Brink as Playoff Drama Unfolds
The Grand Rapids Griffins face elimination after a 2-0 deficit, while the Buffalo Sabres force a Game 7 and a rookie shines.
May 17, 2026
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Griffins Fall in Overtime as Playoff Hopes Hang by a Thread
The Grand Rapids Griffins squandered a 3‑1 lead, dropping Game 2 to Chicago in overtime and now must win three straight to stay alive.
May 17, 2026
Griffins Stumble in Overtime as Wolves Take 2-0 Series Lead
The Griffins saw a promising lead evaporate in Game 2, as Chicago rallied to win in overtime and move one win away from the series.
May 17, 2026
Norwegian Forward Michael Brandsegg-Nygård Gears Up for Calder Cup Showdown
After a season of growth in North America, Brandsegg-Nygård is poised to make an impact in the Calder Cup Finals.
May 16, 2026
Playoffs Heat Up as Toronto Forces Game 2 Against Cleveland
Toronto rallied with five unanswered goals in Game 1, while Chicago took a 1‑0 lead in the Central Division finals. Coaches and emerging talent highlight the evolving storylines.
May 16, 2026
Griffins Prepare for High‑Stakes AHL Championship Series Against Wolves
The Grand Rapids Griffins open the Central Division championship against the Chicago Wolves, promising a goaltending showdown and an offense led by Carter Mazur.
May 14, 2026
Calder Cup Playoffs: Grand Rapids vs Chicago and Atlantic Clash
Grand Rapids prepares for its seventh postseason clash with Chicago, while Wilkes-Barre/Scranton seeks to extend its lead over Springfield in the Atlantic finals.
May 14, 2026
Griffins Gear Up for Playoff Clash with Wolves as Red Wings Eye Promotions
The Grand Rapids Griffins open a best‑of‑five series against the Chicago Wolves, hoping to buck the trend of fallen division champions and spark a wave of Red Wings call‑ups.
May 14, 2026
Red Wings’ Goalie Depth Sparks Trade Rumors Ahead of Offseason
Michal Postava’s breakout performance in the AHL playoffs, combined with a crowded Detroit crease, has ignited speculation about potential moves involving several of the team’s top goalie prospects.
May 13, 2026
Grand Rapids Griffins’ Unlikely Playoff Hero Michal Postava
From a Czech championship captain to the Griffins' playoff starter, Michal Postava's performance has reshaped the team's outlook.
May 12, 2026