Griffins Flashback: April 2

Take a look back at this date in Griffins history.

April 2, 2015
The Griffins clinch a postseason berth while idle, as Jeff Blashill becomes the first coach in franchise history to qualify for the playoffs in three consecutive seasons.

April 2, 2014
In a game made infamous by Mitch Callahan’s selfie-seen-‘round-the-world (caution: photo is graphic) after he was hit in the face by a Ryan Sproul slap shot, the Griffins score six straight goals to rout Iowa 6-1. Petr Mrazek denies 34 shots to improve to 11-1 in his last 12 decisions and lower his league-best goals against average to an even 2.00. (Photos)

April 2, 2013
Francis Pare joins Michel Picard as the only players in franchise history to reach the century mark in career goals, tallying his 100th and 101st to lead Grand Rapids to a 5-1 win at Houston. (Photos)

April 2, 2009
One of the most decorated players in league history, Darren Haydar caps off his only season in Grand Rapids by being named to the AHL's Second All-Star Team.

April 2, 2005
Setting a team record with his 62nd appearance of the season, Joey MacDonald backstops the Griffins to a 4-3 win over Utah.

April 2, 2003
A perfect 34-save performance by Joey MacDonald results in a 2-0 win at Utah, the Griffins’ franchise-record fourth road shutout of the season. The Griffins earn the Western Conference regular season title, set an AHL record with their 26th road win, tie a league standard with their 57th road point, and equal a franchise mark with their ninth shutout overall.