The Hershey Bears secured their place in the Atlantic Division Finals by defeating the Lehigh Valley Phantoms 4-2 in a thrilling Game 5, with Riley Sutter emerging as the star by scoring a crucial game-winning goal. With a raucous crowd of over 10,000 cheering them on, the Bears dominated early, taking a 2-0 lead in the first period. Although the Phantoms fought back with goals in the third, it was not enough, and Bogdan Trineyev sealed the game with an empty-net goal. The Bears will now face the Charlotte Checkers in the next round of the Calder Cup playoffs.
Riley Sutter was instrumental in the Hershey Bears' triumph over the Phantoms, scoring twice, including the pivotal game-winning goal in the decisive Game 5.
Hershey Bears showed their best playoff form, fueled by a large crowd of over 10,000 fans, securing a significant win to advance in the Calder Cup playoffs.
The thrilling atmosphere at the Giant Center played a crucial role, with fans erupting as the Bears established a solid lead early in the game.
Despite a late push from the Phantoms, the Bears maintained control with key contributions, including Sutter's crucial goals and solid goaltending from Hunter Shepard.
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