Firebirds face off against Reign in crucial Game 3 with series tied 1-1

PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) -- The Coachella Valley Firebirds square off against the Ontario Reign tonight in Game 3 of the Pacific Division Semifinals at Acrisure Arena.

LIVE on location. Pivotal Game 3 tonight between the Firebirds and Reign with the series all square at 1-1. We'll have the coverage throughout the night. @KESQ @Tarp1969 @Qassignmentdesk @Firebirds @ontarioreign @AHLFirebirdsPR @AcrisureArena pic.twitter.com/Ip9efhuPs6

— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) May 5, 2026

After splitting the first two games of this series last week at Toyota Arena in Ontario, Coachella Valley is back on home ice this week.

Despite being at home tonight for Game 3, the Firebirds are listed as slight underdogs against the top-seeded Reign.

With the 2nd round series tied 1-1, tonight is a pivotal Game 3 between @ontarioreign & @Firebirds at @AcrisureArena. Late morning line look - Ontario listed as slight favorite, despite CV being on home ice. Should be a good one. Puck drop 7pm. LIVE coverage throughout on @KESQ. pic.twitter.com/EQ0sdP0V8a

— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) May 5, 2026

After Game 3 tonight, Game 4 is next, scheduled for Thursday at 7pm at Acrisure Arena.

Stay with KESQ News Channel 3 for continuing coverage of the Calder Cup Playoffs.