Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Overcome Three-Goal Lead in Game 3
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins #DrewMCGROARTY was the hero of Tuesday's win over Springfield Thunderbirds, scoring a shorthanded goal early in the first period and later Bill Zonnon tied the game with an unstoppable shot that won the series for Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. With Sergei Murashov making another unbelievable save percentage (.942) in seven playoff games this season, the Penguins are just one win away from advancing to the Eastern Conference Final.
After a tough loss, the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins showed they could bounce back with a thrilling 2-1 win over Springfield Thunderbirds on Tuesday night. The team stormed out of the gates, taking a 1-0 lead in the second period before settling into a rhythm and holding onto their hard-fought victory. MCGROARTY SHORTY 🚨🚨 was a standout performer with his shorthanded goal early in the first period.
Later, ZONNON made it 2-0 with a beautiful pass and shot that made fans of Springfield Thunderbirds cringe. With Sergei Murashov making an outstanding save percentage (. 942) in seven playoff games this season, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton is just one win away from securing their spot in the Eastern Conference Final.
The Penguins remain determined to clinch a spot with a victory on Thursday night at 7:05 p. m. ET.