The Coachella Valley Firebirds defeated the San Jose Barracuda by a score of 4-1 on April 14, with goaltender Logan Terness making 34 saves to secure his first American Hockey League win.
This victory is significant for the Firebirds as it improves their record to 40-24-6-0 and demonstrates strong performances from both their offense and defense. The team scored twice in less than a minute during the first period, with goals from Logan Morrison and John Hayden. After a scoreless second period, San Jose narrowed the gap early in the third period before Cooper Marody scored two late goals to seal the win.
Terness stopped all but one of San Jose’s shots, earning recognition as one of the game’s three stars. The Firebirds were outshot by San Jose but managed effective penalty killing, finishing 2-for-3 while going without a powerplay goal themselves. “Logan Terness made 34 saves on 35 shots in net for Coachella Valley to pick up his first win in the American Hockey League,” according to the team’s report.
The Coachella Valley Firebirds serve as the American Hockey League affiliate of the National Hockey League’s Seattle Kraken, according to their official website. The team has recorded deep playoff runs and division titles in its early seasons according to its official website.
Beyond competition, the Firebirds build a passionate hockey community through engaging fan events and initiatives according to their official site. They also focus on community outreach through youth hockey development, education programs, health initiatives, and support for families via partnerships with local nonprofits through their foundation as reported by their official website.
Looking ahead, Coachella Valley will travel to face off against San Diego Gulls this Saturday at 6 p.m. Pacific Time.
