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The Colorado Eagles lost a heartbreaking Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals, but the series was marked by a seven‑goal performance in Game 5 and several standout individual efforts.
The Eagles led the series after a Game 6 victory but saw their season end in a tightly contested Game 7 loss.
A decisive Game 7 between the Colorado Eagles and Chicago Wolves will determine the Western Conference champion of the 2026 Calder Cup Playoffs, setting up a potential finals clash with the Toronto Marlies. Key performances, injury impacts, and power‑play efficiency shape the narrative.
The Toronto Marlies moved within one win of the Richard F. Canning Trophy after a 5‑1 victory over the Wilkes‑Barre/Scranton Penguins, while the Colorado Eagles hold a 3‑2 lead over the Chicago Wolves in the Western Conference finals.
The latest playoff round has produced tightly contested games, comeback victories and standout performances from emerging talents across the AHL.
Chicago’s special teams shone in Game 1, scoring all five goals on the power play while killing two penalties, setting the stage for a pivotal Game 2.
Colorado Eagles chase their first AHL Western Conference Final, fueled by community excitement and a deep roster.
The Pacific Division finals begin tonight in Palm Desert, Calif., as the Coachella Valley Firebirds host the Colorado Eagles in Game 1, spotlighting Oscar Fisker Mølgaard’s scoring surge and Trent Miner’s stellar goaltending.
Unexpected upsets in the American Hockey League playoffs see historic runs by Springfield Thunderbirds, Cleveland Monsters, Toronto Marlies and Coachella Valley Firebirds, reshaping the conference finals landscape.