Firebirds bounce back with 2-0 shutout in Abbotsford

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) -- The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the Abbotsford Canucks on Friday night at Rogers Forum by the final score of 2-0.

John Hayden scored a shorthanded goal in the second period while Cooper Marody added an insurance marker in the game’s closing minutes to put Coachella Valley up 2-0 in the contest.

Goaltender Nikke Kokko stopped all 21 shots to help the Firebirds pick up their 38^th win of the season. 

With the win, Coachella Valley’s record improves to 38-22-5-0 on the season.

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

The Firebirds rematch against the Canucks tomorrow, Saturday, April 4 in Abbotsford. Puck drop at Rogers Forum is set for 7:00 p.m. PT.

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