Walleye Set Franchise Record in Shots on Goal in 5-1 Win Over Wichita

Toledo's Brandon Kruse records 4-point game as team outshoots opponent 58-20

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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The Toledo Walleye defeated the Wichita Thunder 5-1 on Thursday night, setting a franchise record with 58 shots on goal. Brandon Kruse led the way with a goal and three assists, while Ryland Mosley scored two goals for Toledo. The Walleye outshot Wichita 58-20 in the game.

Why it matters

This was a dominant performance by the Walleye, who set a new franchise record for shots on goal in a game. The team's ability to generate so many scoring chances and control possession highlights their offensive firepower and ability to overwhelm opponents. This win keeps Toledo near the top of the standings in their division.

The details

The Walleye opened the scoring in the first period with a goal from Ryland Mosley. Mosley added a second goal in the second period to make it 2-0 Toledo. Tanner Dickinson and Brandon Kruse also scored for the Walleye, who led 3-1 after two periods. Kruse and Tanner Kelly added third period goals to seal the 5-1 victory.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 9, 2026 in Toledo, Ohio.
  • Ryland Mosley scored the opening goal 5:37 into the first period.
  • Mosley scored his second goal at the 4:15 mark of the second period.
  • Tanner Dickinson scored at the 5:20 mark of the second period.
  • Brandon Kruse scored at the 3:57 mark of the third period.
  • Tanner Kelly scored at the 4:39 mark of the third period.

The players

Brandon Kruse

A forward for the Toledo Walleye who recorded a goal and three assists in the game, including his 100th career point with the team.

Ryland Mosley

A forward for the Toledo Walleye who scored two goals in the game, recording his first professional multi-goal performance.

Sam Craggs

A forward for the Toledo Walleye who recorded two assists in the game.

Tanner Kelly

A forward for the Toledo Walleye who scored a goal, extending his goal-scoring streak to five straight games.

Nolan Lalonde

The goaltender for the Toledo Walleye who stopped 19 of the 20 shots he faced.

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What they’re saying

“We must have been firing on all cylinders tonight to put up that many shots. The guys were really moving the puck well and creating chances all over the ice.”

— Brandon Kruse, Forward, Toledo Walleye (Toledo Blade)

What’s next

The Walleye will look to build on this dominant performance as they continue their push for a playoff spot in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

The Walleye's ability to overwhelm opponents with their offensive firepower and puck possession was on full display in this franchise record-setting performance. If Toledo can continue to generate this many scoring chances, they will be a tough team to beat down the stretch.