Eric Manlow and Duncan Milroy added goals for Hamilton (43-27-3-6).
Kyle Quincey and Jonas Johansson replied for Grand Rapids (37-31-6-5).
Yann Danis made 23 saves for the win, while Jimmy Howard stopped 24 shots at the other end.
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