Wolves Dominate Admirals in Regular Season Finale

Chicago Wolves cruise to 5-1 victory over Milwaukee Admirals in final game of AHL regular season

Apr. 20, 2026 at 3:18am

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An abstract, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the frenetic action of a professional hockey game, with players' forms blending together in a blur of movement and energy.The Wolves' offensive onslaught overwhelms the Admirals in a high-energy season finale that sets the stage for a thrilling playoff matchup.Rosemont Today

The Chicago Wolves capped off their 2025-26 American Hockey League regular season with a decisive 5-1 win over the Milwaukee Admirals on Sunday at Allstate Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. Bradly Nadeau and Justin Robidas each had a goal and two assists to lead the Wolves' offensive onslaught, while Nikita Pavlychev, Noah Philp, and Ronan Seeley also found the back of the net for the victors.

Why it matters

The Wolves' victory over their division rivals secures them the second seed in the Central Division playoffs, setting up a first-round matchup with the Texas Stars. Meanwhile, the loss drops the Admirals to the fourth seed, where they will face the Manitoba Moose in the opening round.

The details

The Wolves jumped out to a 3-0 lead through the first two periods, with Seeley, Pavlychev, and Robidas all scoring for the home team. Nadeau and Philp added goals in the second period to extend the Wolves' advantage to 5-1 before the Admirals finally got on the board late in the frame. Goaltender Cayden Primeau made 35 saves to earn the win for Chicago.

  • The Wolves struck first when Seeley notched his 11th goal of the season midway through the opening period.
  • Late in the first, Pavlychev scored to give the Wolves a 2-0 lead.
  • Robidas made it 3-0 Wolves midway through the second period.
  • Nadeau and Philp scored in the second period to extend the Wolves' lead to 5-1.
  • The Admirals scored their lone goal late in the second period.

The players

Bradly Nadeau

A 20-year-old winger for the Chicago Wolves who led the team with 27 goals during the regular season.

Justin Robidas

A forward for the Chicago Wolves who scored his 23rd goal of the season in the victory.

Nikita Pavlychev

A Wolves forward who scored his 14th goal of the campaign in the win.

Noah Philp

A Wolves forward who found the net for his 8th goal of the season.

Ronan Seeley

A Wolves defenseman who opened the scoring with his 11th goal of the year.

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What they’re saying

“We came out strong and kept the pressure on all game. It was a great way to end the regular season and get ready for the playoffs.”

— Bradly Nadeau, Wolves Forward

“Credit to the Wolves, they were the better team tonight. We'll need to regroup and be ready for Manitoba in the first round.”

— Magnus Chrona, Admirals Goaltender

What’s next

The Wolves will face the Texas Stars in the Central Division Semifinals, with Game 1 scheduled for April 28. The Admirals will take on the Manitoba Moose in the opening round of the playoffs, beginning on Wednesday.

The takeaway

The Wolves' dominant regular season finale performance sets them up well for a deep playoff run, as they head into the postseason on a four-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Admirals will need to regroup quickly if they hope to upset the Moose in the first round.