K-Wings Defeat Fuel in Second Straight Overtime Thriller

Kalamazoo Wings rally late to win 4-3 in overtime against Indy Fuel

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The Kalamazoo Wings, the ECHL affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks, defeated the Indy Fuel 4-3 in overtime on Saturday at Wings Event Center. Ryan Cox scored the game-tying goal with 42 seconds left in regulation and then the game-winner with 18 seconds left in overtime to complete the comeback victory.

Why it matters

The K-Wings' second consecutive overtime win against the Fuel showcases the team's resilience and ability to battle back late in games. The ECHL is a developmental league for up-and-coming hockey talent, so these types of dramatic victories can be important for building momentum and confidence for the players.

The details

Ryan Cox scored two goals for the K-Wings, including the game-tying goal with 42 seconds left in regulation and the game-winner 18 seconds into overtime. Josh Bloom assisted on both of Cox's goals, including a breakaway pass on the overtime winner. Colin Bilek and Josh Bloom also scored for Kalamazoo, while Tyriq Outen made 35 saves in goal.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
  • Cox scored the game-tying goal with 42 seconds remaining in regulation.
  • Cox scored the game-winning goal with 18 seconds remaining in overtime.

The players

Ryan Cox

A forward for the Kalamazoo Wings who scored two goals, including the game-tying and game-winning goals.

Josh Bloom

A forward for the Kalamazoo Wings who assisted on both of Ryan Cox's goals, including the overtime game-winner.

Colin Bilek

A forward for the Kalamazoo Wings who scored a power-play goal to tie the game in the second period.

Tyriq Outen

The goaltender for the Kalamazoo Wings who made 35 saves in the victory.

Indy Fuel

The opposing team that the Kalamazoo Wings defeated in overtime.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The K-Wings' dramatic comeback victory showcases the team's resilience and ability to battle back late in games, an important quality for up-and-coming hockey talent in the ECHL developmental league.