Firebirds and Condors to Play Winner-Take-All Game 3 Tomorrow at Acrisure Arena

The Coachella Valley Firebirds, proud American Hockey League affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, defeated the Bakersfield Condors at Acrisure Arena on Saturday night in Game 2 of the best-of-three first round series by the final score of 5-4. Oscar Fisker Molgaard scored with 3:10 left in regulation to force a winner-take-all Game 3 on Sunday at 5 p.m. PT.

Fisker Molgaard finished the game with two goals, while Eduard Sale, Jagger Firkus, and Mitchell Stephens all hit the back of the net in the winning effort.

The Firebirds powerplay bounced back after going 0-for-6 in Game 1, scoring twice on five opportunities. The penalty kill surrendered two goals on five Condors powerplays in the win.

Goaltender Nikke Kokko made 11 saves as Coachella Valley outshot Bakersfield 23-15.

Tickets are available starting at just $27 at CVFirebirds.com/Playoffs. Save on online fees at the Ticketmaster Box Office at Acrisure Arena, opens at 10 a.m. on Sunday. Puck drop is set for 5 p.m. PT.

THREE STARS:

3.) Ty Nelson – CV: Nelson recorded two assists and blocked some key shots to help his team to victory.

2.) Jacob Melanson – CV: Melanson picked up two assists, including the primary helper on the Firebirds’ game-winning goal.

1.) Oscar Fisker Molgaard – CV: Fisker Molgaard lit the lamp twice, the most important goal coming with 3:10 left in regular to win the game for Coachella Valley.

About the Coachella Valley Firebirds

The Coachella Valley Firebirds are the AHL’s 32nd Franchise and the affiliate of the Seattle Kraken. The Firebirds are two-time Western Conference Champions and play their home games at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, CA. Visit CVFirebirds.com for the latest news and information.

About Acrisure Arena 

America’s hottest music festival destination finally has the world-class arena it deserves. Opened December 2022, the Acrisure Arena provides the greater Palm Springs area of Southern California with a premiere 11,000+ capacity venue hosting the biggest artists and acts on the planet. Designed specifically for hockey and with optimal acoustics for concerts, Acrisure Arena provides top-tier hospitality, artist amenities, and all the benefits of a modern music and sports venue. In addition, the facility serves as the home of the American Hockey League affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, the Coachella Valley Firebirds.

The Acrisure Arena is a $300+ million project that was being 100% privately funded through outstanding partners Oak View Group, Seattle Kraken, and Live Nation. Learn more at AcrisureArena.com and follow Acrisure Arena on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About the Seattle Kraken

Launched in 2021, the Seattle Kraken are the National Hockey League’s 32nd franchise and compete in the league’s Pacific Division. The 2025-26 season will be the Kraken’s quintennial at Climate Pledge Arena. Visit www.nhl.com/kraken for the latest news and information including press releases, multimedia and content.