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The Charlotte Checkers clinched a spot in the Calder Cup Finals after a dramatic 3-2 victory over the Laval Rocket. Despite trailing 2-0, the Checkers rallied, scoring two shorthanded goals, including a game-winning goal by Jesse Puljujarvi. This win completes a sweep of the regular season champion Rocket, marking the Checkers' eighth consecutive victory. The team's resilience and strong goaltending were key factors in their success.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.