FIREBIRDS FIRST LINE SHINES IN WIN OVER WRANGLERS

Firkus, Morrison, and Nyman Each Record Multi-Point Games in 4-2 Victory

The Firebirds defeated the Calgary Wranglers on Saturday night at Acrisure Arena by the final score of 4-2. The Firebirds top line of Jagger Firkus, Logan Morrison, and Jani Nyman each notched multi-point performances to help get Coachella Valley back in the win column.

The Firebirds got out to a 3-0 lead halfway through the second period. Logan Morrison netted his 25 of the season at 7:19 of the first period followed up by a Jani Nyman strike in the opening minute of the second. Coachella Valley added to their lead at 8:48 of the middle frame on Jagger Firkus’ 20 goal of the year.

Calgary scored twice in a 27 second span in the closing minutes of the second period to pull within one.

Gustav Olofsson added an insurance marker at 8:38 of the third period on an odd-man rush set up by Oscar Fisker Molgaard. The goal was Olofsson’s third of the season and helped the Firebirds secure a 4-2 win.

Kokko finished the game with 38 saves as the Firebirds were outshot by the Wranglers 40-21. Coachella Valley finished the game 0-for-6 on the powerplay and 4-for-4 on the penalty kill. With the win, the Firebirds’ record improves to 29-20-5-0.

MILESTONE: Nikke Kokko has tied Chris Driedger for the Firebirds’ all-time wins record, recording his 32 career victory.

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

THREE STARS:

3.) Nikke Kokko – CV: Kokko made 38 saves and picked up his 13th win of the season.

2.) Jani Nyman – CV: Nyman recorded a goal and two assists and now has nine goals in his last 12 games.

1.) Logan Morrison – CV: Morrison snapped a five-game pointless drought by outing up three points, including a goal and two assists.

Upcoming Home Games!

The Firebirds rematch with Calgary Wranglers tomorrow, Sunday, March 8th for Teachers Appreciation Night, presented by the Walter Clark Legal Group at 3:00 p.m.

Join us on Sunday for Teachers Appreciation Night, presented by the Walter Clark Legal Group as we recognize and celebrate local educators around the Coachella Valley! The Riverside County Office of Education’s “Read with” Me program will also be handing out free books at every entrance at Acrisure Arena prior to the game to promote literacy in the Desert! Get tickets for just $20.26 with the Gold Medal Seats offer! Use the code “GOLD” on Ticketmaster and CVFirebirds.com.

Fans are also encouraged to secure $20 parking by purchasing in advance through the ParkWhiz app. Parking rates will increase on the day of the game.

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Fan-Centric Gameday Enhancements

For the 2025-26 season, the Firebirds have rolled out a series of fan-first enhancements designed to make the gameday experience more accessible, convenient, and enjoyable. Highlights include advance-purchase parking savings, new Pocket-Friendly Picks food and beverage options, earlier weekday start times, and pregame Happy Hour at The Oasis, and more! Click HERE to learn more.

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