Checkers forward Justin Sourdif, center, celebrates scoring a goal with teammates during the Calder Cup opener against the Canucks at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, NC on Friday, June 13, 2025.

Charlotte Checkers fans look to provide support to the team by ringing cowbells during the team's game against Abbotsford Canucks in Monday's Game 6 of the Calder Cup Finals at Bojangles Coliseum.

The Charlotte Checkers went up 2-0 in Game 6 but ultimately fell short against the Abbotsford Canucks, losing 3-2 in the finale game of the AHL Calder Cup finals series.

Charlotte Checkers organist Greazy Keyz entertains the crowd during action the team’s Calder Cup game against the Canucks on Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, NC.

The Charlotte Checkers' playoff run brings record revenue. Game 6 tonight could add $375,000 more in ticket, concession and merchandise sales.

The Charlotte Checkers aim for their second AHL title, with record-breaking ticket sales and revenue for Games 1 and 2 of the Calder Cup Finals.

Charlotte Checkers goalie Kaapo Kahkonen, taps hands with fans as he leaves the ice prior to action against the Providence Bruins on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. The Providence Bruins defeated the ...

The Charlotte Checkers found that out Friday night, falling 4-3 to the Abbotsford Canucks in Game 1 of the Calder Cup Finals. It was the third-longest game the Checkers have ever played.

The Checkers have now won 11 of their last 12 games dating back to the second round. This marks Charlotte’s second trip to the Calder Cup Finals, with their previous appearance resulting in the ...

Charlotte, from the Atlantic Division, beat Providence (3 games to 2), Hershey (3 games to 0), and Laval (4 games to 0). The Checkers have won eight straight playoff games.

Charlotte, from the Atlantic Division, beat Providence (3 games to 2), Hershey (3 games to 0), and Laval (4 games to 0). The Checkers have won eight straight playoff games.