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Firebirds blank Barracuda 4-0, record back-to-back shutouts for first time this season

February 15, 2024 9:59 PM Blake Arthur

The Coachella Valley Firebirds shutout the San Jose Barracuda on Thursday night, 4-0 the final. CV has registered back-to-back shutouts for the first time this season, outscoring opponents 8-0 in their last two games. Back-to-back blankers for the Birds. Back-to-back games this weekend to close out the seven-game homestand. @KESQ @KenjiitoKESQ https://t.co/aRYrj6jI59— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24)

Firebirds shutout Silver Knights 4-0 on pink in the rink night

February 10, 2024 11:14 PM Kenji Ito

The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Henderson Silver Knights 4-0 at Acrisure Arena. Logan Morrison and Cameron Hughes started the night by netting two goals in the first period. In the second, Morrison added another goal to his total, and Luke Henman decided to join the one-sided affair. Another star of the game was Chris

Coachella Valley Firebirds hosts ‘Pink In The Rink’ night for breast cancer awareness

February 9, 2024 7:44 PM Alyson Booth

This Saturday, February 10th at 6 P.M., the Coachella Valley Firebirds will be holding a “Pink In The Rink” theme night in honor & support of Breast Cancer survivors and patients. This event, presented by El Paseo Jewelers of Palm Desert, will include an auction to win a pink game-worn jersey from one of our

Firebirds fall to second place after shootout loss to Tucson Roadrunners

February 3, 2024 11:01 PM Kenji Ito

The Coachella Valley Firebirds lost to the Tucson Roadrunners 4-3 in a shootout. Battling for first place in the Pacific Division, the Firebirds and Roadrunners went back and forth until the clock hit zero. Shane Wright and Ryan Winterton were the two goal scorers for Coachella Valley, but Tucson answered right back after each goal.

Firebirds stay hot, sweep rival Wranglers with 5-2 win at home

February 1, 2024 10:33 PM Blake Arthur

The first-place Firebirds are flying high right now. Coachella Valley took care of Calgary in back-to-back nights, capped off by a 5-2 win on Thursday at Acrisure Arena. Andrew Poturalski netted two goals while Kole Lind had three assists as the Firebirds extended their point streak to seven straight games. After a scoreless first period,

Acrisure Arena opens ‘The Compound’ for VIP fans

January 31, 2024 3:05 PM Allie Anthony

News Channel 3 gives you an exclusive first look inside The Compound, a new VIP experience at Acrisure Arena. The Compound is an interactive and relaxing space that opens 90 minutes before puck drop time and concludes at the end of the 2nd intermission. It’s also open during some arena events. The area includes a

Firebirds start homestand with shootout win over rival Wranglers

January 31, 2024 11:13 PM Kenji Ito, Blake Arthur

The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Calgary Wranglers 4-3 in a shootout at Acrisure Arena. Dan Bylsma never minces words and we love that about him. Candid take on the rivalry with Calgary.”I don’t think they like us and we don’t like them. And there was definitely the flavor of that in tonight’s game.”@KESQ @KenjiitoKESQ

Firebirds dominate Stars 5-1

January 27, 2024 11:49 PM Kenji Ito

The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Texas Stars 5-1 at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park. Coming off an overtime loss to the Stars in game one of their two game series, the Firebirds used the loss as motivation. The Firebirds netted five goals by Max McCormick, John Hayden, and Kole Lind. Along with that Ales

Firebirds fall to Stars in OT, take sole possession of first in Pacific Division

January 26, 2024 11:07 PM Blake Arthur

The Coachella Valley Firebirds fell to the Texas Stars on Friday night in overtime by the final score of 4-3. Logan Stankoven scored with six seconds left in overtime to down the Firebirds in dramatic fashion. Goals for Coachella Valley came from Jimmy Schuldt (1) , Shane Wright (17) and John Hayden (5). Despite the

Firebirds comeback from deficit to win 4-3 over Henderson Silver Knights

January 24, 2024 10:21 PM Kenji Ito

The Coachella Valley Firebirds (23-12-3-1) defeated the Henderson Silver Knights (19-19-1-3) 4-3 at the Dollar Loan Center. The Silver Knights took an 3-0 lead over the Firebirds, however CV netted four answered goals by Luke Henman, Shane Wright, Andrew Poturalski, and Ryan Winterton. Coachella Valley stepped it up on defense as they held the Silver

Firebirds overcome deficit, defeat Reign 4-2 on road in Ontario

January 20, 2024 11:22 PM Kenji Ito

The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Ontario Reign 4-2 at the Toyota Center in Ontario, California. After an early 2-0 lead by the Reign, the Firebirds scored four unanswered goals by Forward Cameron Hughes, Forward Max McCormick, Forward Shane Wright, and Forward Kole Lind. The first star of the game and Firebirds captain McCormick had

Firebirds take down division rival Wranglers 4-3 on Pride Night

January 19, 2024 11:27 PM Blake Arthur

The Firebirds defeated the Calgary Wranglers on Friday night by the final score of 4-3. Shane Wright recorded another three-point game, leading CV to the victory and a third-place tie in the Pacific Division. Goals were scored by Connor Carrick, Andrew Poturalski (PP), Ville Petman (SH) and Cameron Hughes. See the game’s full box score HERE.

CV Firebirds host second annual ‘Pride Night’ Friday at Acrisure Arena

January 18, 2024 6:05 PM Peter Daut

On Friday, the Coachella Valley Firebirds will be hosting their second annual “Pride Night.” The festivities kick off Friday at Acrisure Arena around 5:30 p.m. ahead of the team’s game against the Calgary Wranglers. Check Out Our Firebirds Section for More on the Team Activities include drag shows, music, and games. There will also be

Winterton, Wright lead way for Firebirds in 5-2 win over Henderson Silver Knights

January 15, 2024 10:03 PM Blake Arthur

The Firebirds defeated the Henderson Silver Knights on Monday night by the final score of 5-2. Ryan Winterton recorded his first professional multi-goal game and Shane Wright had a three-point night to help lead Coachella Valley to their 20th win of the season. pic.twitter.com/HPk76Mo1Ru— Coachella Valley Firebirds (@Firebirds) January 16, 2024 Ales Stezka made 28

Stezka, Firebirds shutout Eagles in Loveland

January 12, 2024 11:18 PM Blake Arthur

The Firebirds shutout the Colorado Eagles on Friday night, 2-0 the final. Ales Stezka stopped all 30 Colorado shots to earn his second shutout of the season. The win moves Coachella Valley to 19-11-2-1 on the season. See the game’s full box score HERE. NEXT GAME The Firebirds and the Eagles wrap up the weekend

Firebirds win third-straight, blank Canucks at home

January 6, 2024 9:13 PM Bailey Arredondo

The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Abbotsford on Saturday night in front of a sold-out Acrisure Arena by the final score of 4-0. Ales Stezka turned away all 21 Abbotsford shots to earn his first AHL shutout, coming on his 27th birthday. The capacity crowd of 10,087 marked the third straight for sellout for the

Firebirds, Acrisure Arena to host 2025 AHL All-Star Classic

January 6, 2024 6:38 PM Bailey Arredondo

PRESS RELEASE – SPRINGFIELD, Mass. … American Hockey League President and CEO Scott Howson announced today that the Board of Governors has unanimously approved the Coachella Valley Firebirds as hosts of the 2025 AHL All-Star Classic. The event will be held at Acrisure Arena, a world-class sports and entertainment venue in Palm Desert, Calif., which

Firebirds return to home ice for back-to-back games after high-scoring wins on the road

January 5, 2024 1:48 PM KESQ News Team

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are back at Acrisure Arena as excitement builds for the first home games of 2024. They are coming back to the ‘bird barn with a pair of high-scoring wins as they head into back-to-back battles on Saturday and Sunday against the Abbotsford Canucks. News Channel 3 caught up with the players

Happy New Year: Coachella Valley Firebirds dominate 6-1 on the road against the Calgary Wranglers

January 1, 2024 10:47 AM KESQ News Team

It’s a happy new year for Coachella Valley Firebirds fans. The team is starting 2024 hot. The desert’s hometeam is in Calgary celebrating a dominating win over the top team in the AHL Pacific Division, the Calgary Wranglers. The game ended with the Firebirds victorious, 6-1. Ales Stezka made 29 saves in the victory that

Joey Daccord posts second career shutout as Seattle topples Vegas 3-0 in Winter Classic

January 1, 2024 4:29 PM Associated Press, KESQ News Team

By TIM BOOTH AP Sports Writer SEATTLE (AP) — As the last one on the ice, Joey Daccord skated in a circle with his goalie stick in the air and the home fans chanting his name in unison. The reaction from the crowd was deserved after the young Seattle Kraken goaltender shut out the defending