Firebirds shut out by Silver Knights to start four-game road trip

HENDERSON, Nevada (KESQ) -- The Coachella Valley Firebirds fell to the Henderson Silver Knights on Wednesday night at Lee's Family Forum by the final score of 4-0.

Coachella Valley outshot Henderson 26-25, but three powerplay goals from the Silver Knights helped snap the Firebirds' four-game point streak to open the 2026-27 season.

The key to this game was the special teams.

The Firebirds finished 0-for-7 on the powerplay, while Henderson went 3-for-6 with the man advantage.

Coachella Valley goaltender Nikke Kokko made 21 saves on 25 shots in the loss.

Click HERE to view the game's full box score.

The Firebirds continue their road trip on Saturday, Oct. 17, when they face the Abbotsford Canucks at Rogers Forum. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m.

Stay with KESQ News Channel 3 for continuing coverage of Coachella Valley Firebirds hockey.