Toledo Walleye Blank Iowa Heartlanders 3-0

Goaltender Carter Gylander records second shutout of the season

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Iowa Heartlanders took 45 shots on goal, but were unable to score against Toledo Walleye goaltender Carter Gylander, who recorded his second shutout of the season in a 3-0 win for the Walleye. Tanner Kelly, Garrett Van Wyhe, and Mitch Lewandowski scored for Toledo.

Why it matters

The loss drops the Heartlanders to a 2-2-0-0 record on the week, their third straight week with a .500 or better record. The Walleye, on the other hand, have not allowed a goal in 150 minutes (2.5 games), dating back to Friday's game against Bloomington.

The details

The Walleye opened the scoring in the first period when Tanner Kelly tallied off a high-slot shot at 3:46, assisted by Brendon Michaelian. Garrett Van Wyhe extended Toledo's lead on a three-on-two break in the right circle at 8:57 of the second period. With 3:56 left in the second, Mitch Lewandowski converted on a two-on-two rush with a wrister from the right slot, giving the Walleye a 3-0 edge. Iowa's William Rousseau made 28 saves in the loss.

  • The Walleye have not allowed a goal in 150 minutes (2.5 games), dating back to Friday vs. Bloomington.
  • The Heartlanders' next game is Wed., Feb. 11 at 6:35 p.m. at Fort Wayne.
  • The Heartlanders are next at home for Luck of the Landers against Kansas City on Wed., Mar. 18 at 7:00 p.m.

The players

Carter Gylander

The Toledo Walleye goaltender recorded his second shutout of the season, stopping all 45 shots he faced.

William Rousseau

The Iowa Heartlanders goaltender made 28 saves in the loss.

Tanner Kelly

The Toledo Walleye forward scored the opening goal of the game.

Garrett Van Wyhe

The Toledo Walleye forward extended the team's lead in the second period.

Mitch Lewandowski

The Toledo Walleye forward scored the third goal of the game for the Walleye.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

This game highlights the strong defensive performance by the Toledo Walleye, who have not allowed a goal in over 150 minutes of play. The Heartlanders' inability to score despite 45 shots on goal is a concern, but they will look to bounce back in their next game against Fort Wayne.