Fort Wayne Komets

Experience the electric intensity of playoff hockey as the Fort Wayne Komets battle the Toledo Walleye in a thrilling ECHL Round 2 series. The Allen County War Memorial Coliseum transforms into a cauldron of passion and noise as Komets faithful pack the stands, rallying behind their beloved team in one of minor league hockey's most storied rivalries. Every whistle, every hit, and every goal reverberates through the arena in a way only live playoff hockey can deliver. The 2026 series kicks off on May 10th with Toledo visiting Fort Wayne, then shifts to Huntington Center in Toledo before returning home for Game 2 on May 14th. With multiple games potentially in play — including must-win situations if the series extends — every outing carries championship stakes and the promise of unforgettable moments. The back-and-forth home-and-away format means fans on both sides will witness the full drama of a hard-fought playoff battle. Whether you're a lifelong Komets fan or discovering Fort Wayne hockey for the first time, this series offers everything you love about the sport: bone-crunching checks, blazing breakaways, and the deafening roar of a crowd united in pursuit of glory. Grab your orange and black, get to the Coliseum early, and be part of the postseason magic that makes Fort Wayne one of the proudest hockey towns in America.