How the WBS Penguins Won the Atlantic Division Final and What’s Next

What Does the WBS Penguins’ Series Win Mean for the Playoffs?

The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (WBS) Penguins closed out the Springfield Thunderbirds with a dominant 8-1 victory in Game 5 of the Atlantic Division Final, winning the best-of-five series 3-2 and advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals. The win tied a franchise record for most goals and widest margin of victory in a playoff game.

With 15 different players recording a point and Tristan Broz leading the way with a four-point night, this was a complete team performance when it mattered most. The Penguins now set their sights on the Toronto Marlies.

How Did the Penguins Dominate Game 5?

Facing a must-win situation at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza, the Penguins came out firing and never looked back. The 8-1 final score was a statement performance — one that silenced any doubt about which team belonged in the next round.

Tristan Broz was the offensive catalyst, recording two goals and two assists. The depth of the roster shone through as well, with 15 different Penguins contributing to the scoring sheet. It was the kind of game that defines a playoff run. 

What’s Next: The Eastern Conference Final Against the Toronto Marlies

The Penguins will face the Toronto Marlies in a best-of-seven Eastern Conference Final, opening at home at Mohegan Arena at Casey Plaza. For more information, visit the WBS Penguins website. Don’t miss your chance to see the action live! Buy your tickets for Games 1 and 2 at Mohegan Arena on Wednesday, May 27 and Friday, May 29. The full schedule is as follows:

• Game 1: Wednesday, May 27 – Toronto @ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, 7:05 p.m. — Mohegan Arena
• Game 2: Friday, May 29 – Toronto @ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, 7:05 p.m. — Mohegan Arena
• Game 3: Monday, June 1 – Wilkes-Barre/Scranton @ Toronto, 7:00 p.m. — Coca-Cola Coliseum
• Game 4: Wednesday, June 3 – Wilkes-Barre/Scranton @ Toronto, 7:00 p.m. — Coca-Cola Coliseum
• *Game 5: Friday, June 5 – Wilkes-Barre/Scranton @ Toronto, 7:00 p.m. — Coca-Cola Coliseum
• *Game 6: Sunday, June 7 – Toronto @ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, 6:05 p.m. — Mohegan Arena
• *Game 7: Tuesday, June 9 – Toronto @ Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, 7:05 p.m. — Mohegan Arena

(*If necessary)