Ontario Reign face Abbotsford Canucks in AHL matchup

Reign look to bounce back after two-game series sweep in Abbotsford

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The Ontario Reign return home to face the Abbotsford Canucks in an AHL regular-season matchup. The Reign are coming off a two-game series sweep in Abbotsford and look to avoid a third straight loss, while the Canucks aim to extend their winning streak to four games.

Why it matters

This game is crucial for the Reign as they try to maintain their position in the standings. A loss would push their losing streak to a season-high three games. The Canucks, on the other hand, are looking to build momentum with a five-game road trip on the horizon.

The details

The Reign hold a 3-2-0 record against the Canucks this season, but the Canucks have won the last two matchups. Ontario has outscored Abbotsford 19-13 overall, including an 8-2 advantage in the second period. The Reign have a power-play goal in all five games between the teams, going 5-for-15, while the Canucks are 2-for-17 on the power play.

  • The game is scheduled for Wednesday, February 18 at 7:00 PM Pacific time.
  • The Reign are coming off a two-game series sweep in Abbotsford on Saturday and Monday.

The players

Ontario Reign

The AHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings, currently second in the Pacific Division with a 31-16-1-1 record.

Abbotsford Canucks

The AHL affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks, currently 10th in the Pacific Division with an 18-26-3-3 record.

Glenn Gawdin

Leads the Reign in scoring against the Canucks this season with six points (3 goals, 3 assists).

Ben Berard

Leads the Canucks in scoring against the Reign this season with four points (2 goals, 2 assists).

Erik Portillo

Goaltender for the Reign who has lost two of his last three starts after a 10-game winning streak.

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What they’re saying

“We must find a way to bounce back after those two tough losses in Abbotsford. This is a big game for us as we try to maintain our position in the standings.”

— Ontario Reign Player (Reign Radio)

“We're feeling confident after winning three straight, and we're ready to carry that momentum into this road trip. It's going to be a tough test against a strong Reign team, but we're up for the challenge.”

— Abbotsford Canucks Player (Abbotsford News)

What’s next

The Reign and Canucks will face off again on Friday, February 20 in Abbotsford to continue their season series.

The takeaway

This game is a crucial one for the Reign as they try to maintain their position in the standings and avoid a prolonged losing streak. The Canucks, on the other hand, are looking to build on their recent success and carry that momentum into a tough road trip. The outcome of this matchup could have significant implications for both teams' playoff aspirations.