Cincinnati Cyclones Defeat Toledo Walleye in Overtime

Cyclones grab extra point with 4-3 win in back-and-forth matchup

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:25am

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The Cincinnati Cyclones defeated the Toledo Walleye 4-3 in overtime on Friday, April 10, 2026 in a hard-fought game that saw multiple lead changes. Luke Grainger, Jake Johnson, Ryan Kirwan and Jaxson Murray scored for the Cyclones, while Nicklas Andrews, Brandon Hawkins and Garrett Van Wyhe found the net for the Walleye.

Why it matters

This was an important divisional matchup between two top teams in the ECHL's Central Division. The extra point earned in overtime could prove crucial in the standings as the teams battle for playoff positioning down the stretch.

The details

The game was tied 3-3 at the end of regulation, forcing overtime. In the extra period, the Cyclones were able to capitalize and secure the victory, grabbing an important extra point in the standings.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 10, 2026.
  • The teams will meet again on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:05 p.m. CST in Cincinnati.

The players

Cincinnati Cyclones

A professional ice hockey team based in Cincinnati, Ohio that plays in the ECHL.

Toledo Walleye

A professional ice hockey team based in Toledo, Ohio that plays in the ECHL.

Luke Grainger

A forward for the Cincinnati Cyclones who scored a goal in the game.

Jake Johnson

A forward for the Cincinnati Cyclones who scored a goal in the game.

Ryan Kirwan

A forward for the Cincinnati Cyclones who scored a goal in the game.

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What’s next

The two teams will face off again on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 3:05 p.m. CST in Cincinnati.

The takeaway

This was an exciting back-and-forth game between two strong ECHL teams. The Cyclones' overtime victory gives them a crucial extra point in the standings as the playoff race heats up.