Firebirds erase deficit to defeat Texas Stars 5-2

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) -- The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Texas Stars on Tuesday night at H-E-B Center by the final score of 5-2.

The Firebirds came back from a two-goal deficit for the second straight game.

With the win, the Firebirds’ record improves to 18-12-4-0 on the season.

THREE STARS

3.) Justin Ertel (TEX) – Scored the opening goal for the Stars, his first of the season 4:16 into the game.

2.) Caden Price (CV) – Price tied the game for Coachella Valley in the third period with his second career AHL goal. The rookie now has eight points on the season and goals in back-to-back games.

1.) Jani Nyman (CV) – Nyman scored the game-winning goal that gave Coachella Valley the lead in the third period and added some insurance, an empty-netter to put the game out of reach. 

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

The Firebirds wrap up their trip to Texas with a rematch against the Stars Wednesday, Jan. 14. Puck drop is set for 5 p.m. PT. 

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