Griffins tie AHL road points streak with overtime defeat in Milwaukee

The Grand Rapids Griffins tie the AHL record for longest road points streak after moving to 14-0-1-1 on the road in a 5-4 overtime loss to the Milwaukee Admirals on Wednesday. The 16-game run without a regulation defeat equals the 2011-12 Milwaukee stretch of 10-0-4-2 and cements Grand Rapids as one of the league’s most resilient road clubs this season.

This streak is part of a broader, torrid start: the Griffins sit at 29-2-2-1 overall, a .897 points percentage, and control the top spot in the Central Division. Those numbers aren’t just flash — they have tangible effects on playoff positioning, travel logistics for opponents, and the energy level of a fan base that’s seeing road trips and sellouts look increasingly worthwhile.

On the ice, the road streak reflects depth, consistent special teams play, and the kind of goaltending that can steal points in extra time. Winning, or at least avoiding regulation losses, away from Van Andel Arena removes the usual balance between home-ice advantage and the grind of the AHL schedule. For opposing teams in the Central Division, the Griffins’ ability to collect points on the road forces a different approach to standings math and roster management as the calendar moves toward spring.

For the community, this matters in several concrete ways. Ticket demand for Griffins home games should stay hot as fans flock to see a club chasing franchise and league milestones. Local bars and travel groups that coordinate road trips will find more opponents looking to pack their rosters for key dates. And for season-ticket holders, the stretch promises memorable, must-see hockey and the practical benefit of a comfortable cushion in the standings heading toward the playoff push.

The run also creates a clear narrative heading into the next block of road games: the Griffins have opportunities to break the record, and each upcoming road date becomes a potential milestone moment. That changes how coaches handle lineups, how call-ups are evaluated, and how players carry momentum back into home stands.

The takeaway? This streak isn’t a curiosity — it’s a statement about style and sustainability. Our two cents? Get to a game, mark the schedule for upcoming road matchups, and enjoy the run while it lasts; this is the kind of hot stretch that can define a season and give a community something to rally around.