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Griffins Drop Series Opener To Wolves, 2-1 In Grand Rapids
TL;DR
The Grand Rapids Griffins lost 2-1 to the Chicago Wolves in the series opener of the Central Division finals. Josiah Slavin scored the game-winning goal in the third period.
Key points
- Griffins lost to Wolves 2-1
- Josiah Slavin scored the game-winning goal
- Game took place at Van Andel Arena
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Fresh off their series victory over the Manitoba Moose, the Grand Rapids Griffins were back on the ice in the friendly confines of Van Andel Arena for their Central Division finals series against the Chicago Wolves on Thursday evening.
Unfortunately, the Wolves proved to be rude guests.
A goal from Josiah Slavin, who is a 2018 NHL Draft pick of the Chicago Blackhawks, broke a 1-1 tie in the third period and proved to ultimately stand up as the game-winner.
The Wolves, who picked up a 2-1 regulation victory, lead the series one game to none.
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Eduards Tralmaks, who is playing in his first season in the Red Wings organization and scored 26 goals in 64 regular season games with the Griffins, opened the scoring late in the second period, only to have the Wolves respond courtesy of a tally from Justin Robidas.
Q&A
What was the final score of the Griffins vs Wolves game?
The final score was 2-1 in favor of the Chicago Wolves.
Who scored the game-winning goal for the Wolves?
Josiah Slavin scored the game-winning goal for the Wolves in the third period.
What series are the Grand Rapids Griffins currently playing?
The Grand Rapids Griffins are currently playing in the Central Division finals against the Chicago Wolves.
