Firebirds unable to sustain pressure in season-ending loss to Eagles
The Coachella Valley Firebirds faced a disappointing end to their season with a loss to the Colorado Eagles. Despite holding a two-goal lead, the Firebirds allowed three goals in a short span, resulting in a 3-2 defeat. This loss concluded their playoff run after a series where they had previously shown resilience in elimination games.
- ▪The Firebirds lost to the Eagles 3-2, ending their season.
- ▪Coachella Valley had a two-goal lead before Colorado scored three goals in under five minutes.
- ▪The Eagles clinched the Pacific Division title and won the best-of-five series 3-1.
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