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Schedule Announced For Grand Rapids Griffins Playoff Clash Vs. Manitoba
TL;DR
The Grand Rapids Griffins will face the Manitoba Moose in the Calder Cup Playoffs, starting on Saturday, May 2, at 3 p.m. This marks a historic season for the Griffins as they aim for the championship.
Key points
- Grand Rapids Griffins in Calder Cup Playoffs
- First AHL club in over 30 years to qualify
- Playoff series starts on May 2 against Manitoba Moose
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It was a record-setting year for the Grand Rapids Griffins, the American Hockey League affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings.
They became the first AHL club in over three decades to claim their berth in the Calder Cup Playoffs in February thanks to their incredible start to the campaign, and will now begin their quest for the ultimate prize against the Manitoba Moose, the AHL affiliate of the Winnipeg Jets.
The schedule for the upcoming series, which begins on Saturday from Winnipeg, has been released.
Game 1 Sat., May 2 GRIFFINS at Manitoba Moose 3 p.m.
Game 2 Sun., May 3 GRIFFINS at Manitoba Moose 3 p.m.
Game 3 Wed., May 6 Manitoba Moose at GRIFFINS 7 p.m.
*Game 4 Fri., May 8 Manitoba Moose at GRIFFINS 7 p.m.
*Game 5 Sat., May 9 Manitoba Moose at GRIFFINS 7 p.m.
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This season, not only did the Griffins amass an impressive 51-16-4-1 record, but they also won the Central Division title while also setting a new record for best start by an AHL club through 50+ games.
Q&A
When does the Grand Rapids Griffins playoff series against the Manitoba Moose start?
The playoff series begins on Saturday, May 2, at 3 p.m.
What achievement did the Grand Rapids Griffins accomplish this season?
The Griffins became the first AHL club in over three decades to secure a berth in the Calder Cup Playoffs.
Who are the Grand Rapids Griffins' AHL affiliates?
The Grand Rapids Griffins are the AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings.
