The Coachella Valley Firebirds extended their winning streak to five games with a 3-0 victory over the Abbotsford Canucks on Sunday at Acrisure Arena. Goaltender Jack LaFontaine recorded his second career shutout by stopping all 27 shots from Abbotsford, while Logan Morrison scored twice to lead the offense.
John Hayden put the Firebirds ahead early in the first period, scoring a powerplay goal just over four minutes into the game. Mitchell Stephens provided the primary assist and Ty Nelson added a secondary assist on Hayden’s tenth goal of the season. Later in the first, Logan Morrison netted another powerplay goal for his 19th of the year, assisted by Jagger Firkus and Oscar Fisker Molgaard.
After a scoreless second period, Morrison scored again in the third—his 20th of the season—with assists from Firkus and Jani Nyman.
Jack LaFontaine kept Abbotsford off the scoreboard throughout, marking back-to-back shutouts for Coachella Valley for the first time in franchise history. Both teams finished with 27 shots on goal. The Firebirds were perfect on special teams, going two-for-two on powerplays and three-for-three killing penalties. With this win, their record improved to 21-12-4-0.
Attendance for Kids Night at Acrisure Arena reached 8,232 fans. The event was presented by California Bank & Trust.
Three players received recognition as stars of the game: “John Hayden (CV) – Hayden scored the game-winning goal, a powerplay tally just 4:17 into the game for his 10th of the season.” “Logan Morrison (CV) – Morrison added some insurance to the Firebirds’ lead by potting two goals, his 19th and 20th of the season.” “Jack LaFontaine (CV) – LaFontaine made 27 saves to record his second career AHL shutout. LaFontaine’s last shutout came on January 29th, 2022, against the Rockford Icehogs as a member of the Chicago Wolves, a 1-0 shootout win consisting of just 16 saves.”
The team continues its homestand against Ontario Reign this Wednesday at Acrisure Arena during Golf Night presented by City of Indian Wells. Fans attending early can receive promotional items and enjoy Happy Hour specials before puck drop at 6:30 p.m.
Ticket packages are available for fans interested in attending future games during this season. Options include half-season plans and flex plans designed to accommodate different schedules.
Premium seating options have been released after three years for those seeking VIP amenities at Acrisure Arena events.
For next season (2025-26), new gameday enhancements will be introduced such as advance-purchase parking savings and expanded food options aimed at improving convenience and accessibility for fans.
More information about ticketing or updates can be found at CVFirebirds.com or through their social media channels @Firebirds.
