The Nashville Predators’ top minor-league affiliate is on the verge of producing the second-longest winning streak in the history of the American Hockey League.
The Milwaukee Admirals will be seeking an 18th consecutive victory on Thursday, which would put the team in sole possession of the AHL’s second-longest streak. The 2011-12 Norfolk Admirals hold the record for consecutive wins with 28.
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