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Saratoga Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Adirondack Thunder Clinch ECHL Playoff Spot
Late game-winning goal secures postseason berth for local hockey team.
Apr. 11, 2026 at 7:19pm
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The Adirondack Thunder's playoff-clinching victory showcases the raw energy and competitive spirit of minor league hockey.Saratoga Springs TodayThe Adirondack Thunder clinched a spot in the upcoming ECHL Kelly Cup playoffs with a 4-3 victory over the Trois-Rivieres Lions on Friday night. Brannon McManus scored the game-winning goal in the final minutes to lift the Thunder to the playoff-clinching win.
Why it matters
Making the ECHL playoffs is a significant accomplishment for the Adirondack Thunder, a minor league hockey team based in Glens Falls, New York. Earning a postseason berth keeps the team and its fans engaged through the end of the season and provides an opportunity to compete for the league championship.
The details
In Friday's game, the Thunder fell behind 3-2 to the visiting Trois-Rivieres Lions. But Brannon McManus scored his second goal of the night in the closing minutes to give Adirondack a 4-3 lead, which they held on to for the victory. The win secures a playoff spot for the Thunder, who are now focused on finishing as high as possible in the North Division standings to gain a favorable playoff position.
- The Thunder clinched their playoff spot on Friday, April 11, 2026.
- The ECHL Kelly Cup playoffs are scheduled to begin in the coming weeks.
The players
Brannon McManus
A forward for the Adirondack Thunder who scored the game-winning goal to clinch the team's playoff berth.
Adirondack Thunder
A minor league professional ice hockey team based in Glens Falls, New York that plays in the ECHL.
Trois-Rivieres Lions
The opposing team that the Adirondack Thunder defeated to clinch their playoff spot.
What’s next
The Thunder will continue their regular season schedule as they jockey for position in the North Division standings ahead of the ECHL playoffs.
The takeaway
The Adirondack Thunder's playoff-clinching victory is an exciting milestone for the local minor league hockey team and its dedicated fan base in the Glens Falls region. The team will now set its sights on making a deep playoff run and competing for the ECHL championship.
