Reign Stop Eagles
February 1, 2023 - American Hockey League (AHL)
Ontario Reign News Release
Ontario Reign's Matt Villalta on game night
(Ontario Reign)
Storyline: Powered by four first period goals, the Ontario Reign (23-16-1-1) defeated the visiting Colorado Eagles (25-14-3-0) by a final score of 5-2 on Tuesday night at Toyota Arena to complete the first month of 2023 with an 8-5-1 record from 14 contests.
Matt Villalta got the start for Ontario and stopped a season-high 43 shots while playing in his 100th career AHL game, all of which have been with the Reign. Taylor Ward also had a big night with two goals and an assist, while Aidan Dudas and Jordan Spence each had a goal and an assist in the victory.
Date: January 31, 2023
Venue: Toyota Arena - Ontario, CA
Three Stars -
1. Matthew Villalta (ONT)
2. Taylor Ward (ONT)
3. Jordan Spence (ONT)
W: Matt Villalta
L: Justus Annunen
Next Game: Friday, Feb. 3, 2023 vs. Tucson Roadrunners | 7:00 PM PST | Toyota Arena
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