Matthew Strome scores Calder Cup-clinching goal for Hershey Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Matthew Strome scored the decisive goal in overtime, leading the Hershey Bears to claim the Calder Cup against the Coachella Valley Firebirds in Game 6. This victory marks the Bears' second consecutive championship. Strome has emerged as a key player for Hershey, known for his versatility and penalty-killing ability. After a successful season where he set a career high in points, Strome's performance solidifies his role in a franchise with a strong winning tradition. He recently signed a two-year contract extension with the Bears.
- •Strome's goal came 1:06 into overtime of Game 6.
- •The victory secured Hershey's second straight Calder Cup title.
- •Strome had previously set a career high in points this season.
- •He signed a two-year extension with the Bears after the championship.
- •Hershey has a strong history of success in the AHL.
- 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — From The Archives: Matt Strome The Calder Cup Hero For Hershey
"Matthew Strome's golden goal secured the second consecutive Calder Cup for the Hershey Bears.
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