Firebirds beat Barracuda behind Molgaard’s late goal, improve to 5-1 in December
PALM DESERT, Calif. (KESQ) -- The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the San Jose Barracuda 4-2 on Wednesday night at Acrisure Arena.
Nikke Kokko turned away 38 shots, while Oscar Molgaard’s late goal helped Coachella Valley to their 14th win of the season.
Chemistry and confidence starting to show. Coachella Valley continues their hot stretch, now 5-1 in the month of December. https://t.co/m7XXwBkmHf
— Blake Arthur (@BlakeArthur24) December 18, 2025
Click HERE to view the game’s full box score.
With the win, the Firebirds improve to 14-7-3-0 and are 2-0 against the Barracuda this season.
THREE STARS
3. Oliver Wahlstrom (SJ) – Picked up a goal and an assist to help his team tied the game in the third period.
2. Oscar Molgaard (CV) – Scored the game-winning goal in highlight reel fashion with 3:16 left in the third period. Now has goals in back-to-back games.
1. Nikke Kokko (CV) – Made 38 saves to help his team to their second straight win. Also earned an assist on Molgaard’s game-winning goal.
Coachella Valley wraps up their home-stand on Friday, Dec. 19 as they host the Bakersfield Condors for Teddy Bear Toss Night. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m.
Stay with KESQ News Channel 3 for continuing coverage of Coachella Valley Firebirds hockey.
