The Springfield Thunderbirds split its two games this weekend, falling in Bridgeport on Friday night before bouncing back with a big win over Laval on home ice on Saturday,
Springfield was in it for most of the game on Friday before the Sound Tigers pulled away in the latter part of the third period for a 4-1 win. Kevin Roy scored the only goal for the Thunderbirds, with the assists going to Daniel Audette and Owen Tippett. Philippe Desrosier took the loss, surrendering the four goals on 42 shots.
Back at MassMutual Center 24 hours later, Springfield doubled up the visiting Rocket by a 6-3 count.