The Hershey Bears evened up the Calder Cup Finals with a 5-2 win over Coachella Valley, securing the victory with goals from Jimmy Huntington, Pierrick Dubé, and Hardy Häman Aktell. The Firebirds outshot Hershey, but Hunter Shepard made 32 saves to lead the Bears to victory.

The series now moves west, with Coachella Valley hosting the next three games. Luke Henman and Marian Studenic scored for Coachella Valley in a losing effort, with Chris Driedger making 16 saves in net.