Pacific Division Semifinals, Game 4 Preview at CV (5/7/26)
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The Reign Check podcast previews Game 4 of the Pacific Division Semifinals between the Ontario Reign and Coachella Valley Firebirds, highlighting Ontario's 2-1 comeback victory in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead. Hosts Cam McGuire and Paige Capistran break down the pivotal third-period surge, emphasizing the team's resilience, leadership from players like Joe Hicketts and Logan Brown, and goaltender Eric Portillo’s 27-save performance. They reflect on how Ontario’s regular-season experience in come-from-behind wins—seven in total—proved crucial in building confidence for playoff pressure. The discussion underscores the importance of a full 60-minute effort, especially after inconsistent first two periods. Logan Brown’s two goals in two games, including the game-winner, mark a breakout moment in his playoff journey after a season plagued by injuries. Capistran names Jared Wright as her X-factor, praising his energy, physical play, and ability to elevate teammates. With a chance to clinch the series and reach the Pacific Division Finals for the third time in franchise history, the Reign are focused on maintaining their momentum and executing under pressure.
Ontario Reign must deliver a full 60-minute effort to close out the series in Game 4.
Leadership from players like Joe Hicketts and Logan Brown was critical in the third-period comeback.
Eric Portillo’s 27 saves and timely penalty kills were instrumental in the Game 3 win.
Logan Brown’s playoff breakout—two goals in two games after just one in 31 regular-season games—shows his growing impact.
Jared Wright’s speed, physicality, and energy make him a key X-factor for the Reign.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
Game 3 Recap: Comeback Victory in Palm Desert
“It's hard to end someone's season keeps going in my mind. So just thinking about it's not going to be easy. It's so doable. But looking for that full 60 minute effort tonight.”
Leadership and Third-Period Turnaround
The hosts analyze the shift in momentum during the third period, crediting leadership from Joe Hicketts and the team’s ability to elevate their play after a sluggish first two periods.
Logan Brown’s Playoff Breakout
“Playoffs is the best time of the year. You know, every night's a battle, and I've been lucky to be healthy here in the second half and build my game.”
Coach Andrew Lord’s Postgame Insights
“You know, the guys are a really tight group. They really care about each other. They genuinely are all in. And when you have that... it's hard to even put into words, just that passion for each other to get a job done.”
Jared Wright: The X-Factor Spark
“He hunts down pucks, gets his stick on pucks, and creates so much energy because the way he's flying out there it makes his line mates... just makes the players around him better.”
“You know, the guys are a really tight group. They really care about each other. They genuinely are all in. And when you have that... it's hard to even put into words, just that passion for each other to get a job done.”
“He hunts down pucks, gets his stick on pucks, and creates so much energy because the way he's flying out there it makes his line mates... just makes the players around him better.”
“It's hard to end someone's season keeps going in my mind. So just thinking about it's not going to be easy. It's so doable. But looking for that full 60 minute effort tonight.”
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Guests
Ontario Reign
other
Coachella Valley Firebirds
other
Logan Brown
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Paige Capistran
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Cam McGuire
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Andrew Lord
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Joe Hicketts
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Eric Portillo
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Atu Jamsen
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Jared Wright
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