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The Springfield Thunderbirds defeated the Charlotte Checkers in Game 3 of the playoffs, advancing to the Atlantic Division Semifinal. Goaltender Georgi Romanov's performance was pivotal, stopping 63 of 66 shots in the last two games.
The Springfield Thunderbirds have taken down the Charlotte Checkers in the first round of the playoffs following a Game 3 overtime victory.
The Thunderbirds caught fire late in the season to clinch a playoff spot, and the good times are continuing.
The Thunderbirds got a bit of a reality check in Game 1 when they were defeated 8-1. But following a goaltender change, as Georgi Romanov stepped into the crease, the series changed.
In Games 2 and 3, he stopped 63 of 66 shots, a .955 save percentage.
The Thunderbirds found themselves trailing after the first period in Game 2, but a strong middle frame and a great closing stanza by the Thunderbirds helped secure a 5-2 victory.
While Games 1 and 2 were high scoring, Game 3 was a defensive showdown. The Thunderbirds were trailing 1-0 in the third period, but a goal by Calle Rosen tied the game. Then, in overtime, trade acquisition Julien Gauthier scored the winner after a slick pass by Otto Stenberg.
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The Thunderbirds will now take on the Providence Bruins in the next round of the playoffs.
The Thunderbirds won by defeating the Checkers in Game 3 of the playoffs, following a strong performance from goaltender Georgi Romanov.
Georgi Romanov had a .955 save percentage, stopping 63 of 66 shots in Games 2 and 3.
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In addition to the Thunderbirds, the St. Louis Blues ECHL affiliate is also taking on another Florida Panthers affiliate, as the Florida Everblades hold a 2-0 series lead over the Savannah Ghost Pirates.
The Thunderbirds continue their quest for the Calder Cup on May 1.
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