Ontario Reign Defeat Tucson Roadrunners 3-2 in Playoff-Clinching Win

Martin Chromiak scores two goals, including the game-winner, to lead the Reign to victory.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 5:53am

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The Ontario Reign defeated the Tucson Roadrunners 3-2 on Friday night, becoming the first team in the Pacific Division to clinch a playoff spot. Martin Chromiak scored two goals, including the game-winner, to lead the Reign to victory in front of 4,044 fans at Tucson Arena.

Why it matters

The Reign's playoff-clinching win solidifies their position as a top contender in the Pacific Division, while the loss keeps the Roadrunners on the outside looking in with the postseason approaching.

The details

Chromiak opened the scoring with a power-play goal late in the first period to give the Reign a 1-0 lead. Tucson responded with two goals in the second period to take a 2-1 advantage, but Cole Guttman tied the game at 2-2 with a power-play goal of his own. Chromiak then netted the game-winner early in the third period to secure the victory for Ontario.

  • The Reign led 1-0 after the first period.
  • The score was tied 2-2 through 40 minutes of play.
  • Chromiak scored the game-winning goal at 5:35 of the third period.

The players

Martin Chromiak

A forward for the Ontario Reign who scored two goals, including the game-winner, in the victory.

Cole Guttman

A forward for the Ontario Reign who scored a power-play goal to tie the game at 2-2 in the second period.

Pheonix Copley

The goaltender for the Ontario Reign who made 23 saves on 25 shots to earn the win.

Jaxson Stauber

The goaltender for the Tucson Roadrunners who made 13 saves on 16 shots and suffered the loss.

Robbie Russo

A defenseman for the Tucson Roadrunners who scored a goal to tie the game at 1-1 in the second period.

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What they’re saying

“We must have played a strong game to come away with the win and clinch a playoff spot. The guys really stepped up when it mattered most.”

— Andrew Lord, Head Coach, Ontario Reign

“It was a hard-fought battle, but we were able to capitalize on our opportunities and get the job done. Chromiak was huge for us tonight.”

— Glenn Gawdin, Forward, Ontario Reign

“I'm just trying to do my part and contribute any way I can. It was a great team effort and I'm glad we were able to come out on top.”

— Martin Chromiak, Forward, Ontario Reign

What’s next

The Reign and Roadrunners will wrap up their back-to-back series on Saturday night at 7 p.m. PST.

The takeaway

The Reign's playoff-clinching win showcases their depth and resilience, as they were able to overcome a late deficit to secure the victory and solidify their position as a top contender in the Pacific Division.