Hershey Bears celebrate 2006 Calder Cup victory over Milwaukee Admirals

The Hershey Bears clinched the 2006 Calder Cup with a series victory against the Milwaukee Admirals. The Bears won the title in six games, capping it with decisive wins in the final matches. This victory marked the franchise's ninth Calder Cup and first since the 1996-97 season. Coach Bruce Boudreau praised the team’s resilience and character, as they bounced back from a 2-0 loss at home in the final series. Goalie Frederic Cassivi, who earned MVP honors, finished the playoffs with a 2.10 goals-against average going 16-5 during the playoffs. The victory followed a well-planned roster strategy that included key acquisitions ahead of the trade deadline.

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