Pacific Division Semifinals, Game 4 Preview at CV (5/7/26)

The Reign Check | Ontario Reign23mMay 7, 2026

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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.

Key Takeaways
1

Ontario Reign must deliver a full 60-minute effort to close out the series in Game 4.

2

Leadership from players like Joe Hicketts and Logan Brown was critical in the third-period comeback.

3

Eric Portillo’s 27 saves and timely penalty kills were instrumental in the Game 3 win.

4

Logan Brown’s playoff breakout—two goals in two games after just one in 31 regular-season games—shows his growing impact.

5

Jared Wright’s speed, physicality, and energy make him a key X-factor for the Reign.

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Chapters
0:00
3 min

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.

Highlight
3:00
4 min

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.

7:00
5 min

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.

Highlight
12:00
5 min

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.

Highlight
17:00
5 min

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.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
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.
Andrew Lord10:26
Viral: 85.0
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.
Paige Capistran37:33
Viral: 78.0
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.
Cam McGuire2:42
Viral: 75.0
Speakers

Hosts

Cam McGuirePaige Capistran

Guests

Andrew LordLogan Brown
Topics Discussed
Comeback Wins90%Leadership and Team Culture88%Player Breakouts87%Playoff Momentum85%Goaltending Performance80%Physical Play and Energy78%Penalty Kill Efficiency75%Line Shuffling and Coaching Decisions72%
People & Brands

Ontario Reign

other

28xPositive

Coachella Valley Firebirds

other

22xNeutral

Logan Brown

person

18xPositive

Paige Capistran

person

16xPositive

Cam McGuire

person

15xPositive

Andrew Lord

person

12xPositive

Joe Hicketts

person

8xPositive

Eric Portillo

person

7xPositive

Atu Jamsen

person

6xPositive

Jared Wright

person

6xPositive

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