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Motley Zoo Crew Disbanded After Loss to Walleye
Kalamazoo Wings fall short against Toledo Walleye at Wings Event Center
Jan. 30, 2026 at 10:47pm
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The Kalamazoo Wings, the ECHL affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks, were defeated 5-1 by the Toledo Walleye on Motley Zoo Night at the Wings Event Center. The Walleye scored three unanswered goals before the Wings' Quinn Preston scored on the power play, but Toledo added two more goals to seal the victory.
Why it matters
The loss is a setback for the Kalamazoo Wings, who were hoping to build momentum on their Motley Zoo themed night. The Walleye, on the other hand, continue their strong season and solidify their position in the ECHL standings.
The details
The Walleye scored two goals in the first period and added another early in the third before the Wings' Quinn Preston scored on the power play to spoil the shutout. Toledo then scored two more goals, including an empty-netter, to secure the 5-1 win.
- The Walleye scored at the 11:08 and 17:19 marks of the first period.
- The Walleye scored again at the 5:12 mark of the third period.
- The Wings' Quinn Preston scored on the power play at the 5:12 mark of the third period.
- The Walleye scored again at the 4:21 mark of the third period.
- The Walleye scored an empty-net goal at the 18:52 mark of the third period.
The players
Kalamazoo Wings
The ECHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Vancouver Canucks.
Toledo Walleye
The Kalamazoo Wings' opponent, who defeated them 5-1 on Motley Zoo Night.
Quinn Preston
The Kalamazoo Wings player who scored the team's lone goal on the power play in the third period.
Zach Okabe
The Kalamazoo Wings player who assisted on Quinn Preston's goal.
Jayden Lee
The Kalamazoo Wings player who launched the shot that led to Quinn Preston's goal.
The takeaway
The loss for the Kalamazoo Wings on Motley Zoo Night highlights the challenges they face in competing against stronger teams like the Toledo Walleye in the ECHL. The Wings will need to regroup and find ways to generate more offense if they hope to turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.
