Firkus and Sale Score Late as Firebirds Falls to Condors, 3-2
AHL Coachella Valley Firebirds

Firkus and Sale Score Late as Firebirds Falls to Condors, 3-2

Published on December 20, 2025 under American Hockey League (AHL)
Coachella Valley Firebirds News Release


BAKERSFIELD, CA - The Coachella Valley Firebirds, proud American Hockey League affiliate of the Seattle Kraken, fell to the Bakersfield Condors on Saturday night at Dignity Health Arena by the final score of 3-2. Jagger Firkus and Eduard Sale each scored in the final 6:30 of the third period as the Firebirds' comeback fell short in the last game before the Holiday break.

Isaac Howard netted a natural hat-trick, scoring three consecutive goals (one in each period) to put the Condors up 3-0 in the third period. Jagger Firkus foiled Bakersfield goaltender Connor Ungar's shutout bid, netting his 13th goal of the season with 6:34 left in the third period. Eduard Sale pulled Coachella Valley within one with a powerplay goal, scored 6-on-4, at 17:17, his second powerplay goal in as many nights. The Firebirds pulled Victor Ostman for a second time to try to tie the game, but the comeback fell short as the Condors held on to win 3-2.

Ostman made 27 saves on 30 shots in the loss that moves the Firebirds' record to 14-8-4-0 on the season. Coachella Valley's powerplay finished the game 1-for-2 and the penalty kill went 4-for-4.

Coachella Valley returns home following the holiday break on Saturday, December 27th as they host the Abbotsford Canucks. Puck drop is set for 6 p.m. PT. Get to the game early for Happy Hour at the Oasis, featuring $5 beers, $10 wine specials, and more food and beverage deal! Get tickets HERE!

Fans are 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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