Charlotte Checkers Lead Laval 2-0 in AHL Finals

The Charlotte Checkers have taken a 2-0 lead over the Laval Rocket in the AHL Eastern Conference finals, winning both opening games on the road. In Game 1, Charlotte dominated with a 5-1 victory, while goalie Kaapo Kahkonen shut down Laval's power play. Game 2 saw the Checkers win 5-2, highlighted by Trevor Carrick's goal and two assists. Charlotte has now extended its playoff winning streak to six games as they return home for the next three games. The team is just two victories away from reaching the Calder Cup finals, which they last won in 2019. Coach Geordie Kinnear attributes their success to focus and resilience against the favored Rocket.