The Jacks gave up a three-goal lead in the third period, then scored three more goals to put Dubuque out of its misery
The Lumberjacks lead the three-game series 1-0, and need one win in Dubuque, on Sunday or Monday, to clinch the series
Winning the opener could be crucial for Muskegon, because Game 2 of the short series will be in Dubuque, as well as Game 3, if necessary
Huffman, whose fastball generally clocks around 88-90 mph, is currently 5-0 with 54 strikeouts and a miniscule 0.25 earned run average
The Jacks can clinch the short 2-of-3 first round series, and move on to the Eastern Conference semifinals, with a win at home on Tuesday night
The best 2-of-3 series will be entirely in Muskegon, with Game 2 set for Tuesday night and Game 3, if necessary, set for Wednesday night
The veteran running back, known as "Ironhead" to fans, couldn't resist the opportunity to play the powerful Thunder, and he'll get his second chance in three weeks on Saturday
Howard, a Muskegon High School graduate, has been doing important volunteer work for the old Muskegon Fury, and now the Lumberjacks, since 1996