
Thunderbirds Rally to Overtime Victory Over Penguins
Springfield erased a 3‑0 deficit, with Dillon Dube and Hugh McGing sparking a late surge before Akil Thomas sealed a 4‑3 overtime win.
May 15, 2026
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Springfield erased a 3‑0 deficit, with Dillon Dube and Hugh McGing sparking a late surge before Akil Thomas sealed a 4‑3 overtime win.

The Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins defeated the Springfield Thunderbirds 2-0 in the opening game of the Atlantic Division Final, highlighted by Bill Zonnon's debut goal, Sergei Murashov's 24‑save shutout, and Tanner Howe's crucial tally.

The Wilkes‑Barre Scranton Penguins opened the Atlantic Division Final with a 2‑0 victory over the Springfield Thunderbirds, highlighted by Bill Zonnon’s debut goal and Sergei Murashov’s 24‑save performance.