In Edmonton, Alberta, Evan Bouchard scored his game-tying goal with just over a minute remaining in overtime, while Zach Hyman sealed the victory for the Oilers with a goal that ended their comeback from a three-goal deficit in the third period, resulting in a 4-3 win over the San Jose Sharks. The Oilers, who led 3-0 after the first period thanks to goals and assists from Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid, fought back after falling behind early, with Draisaitl netting his 26th goal early in the third. McDavid added his 34th point late in the period, bringing the score to 3-2. Bouchard, who also contributed two assists, scored the tying goal from inside the blue line with just over a minute remaining in regulation, marking his 15th career point.
The Sharks opened the scoring early, with Colin Graff starting things off 26 seconds into the game, and Adam Gaudette making it 2-0 shortly after. Yaroslav Askarov made 28 saves in his goaltending debut, facing a tough start. San Jose extended their lead with a goal from Misa, his second of the season, but a controversial goal canceled due to goaltender interference kept the Sharks from pulling further ahead. Young star Maclin Celebrini, at just 19 years old, notched his 90th NHL assist in the game, making him the second-youngest player ever to reach that milestone, behind Sidney Crosby.
Later, the Sharks appeared poised to make it 4-0 with Goodrow’s rebound goal, but it was disallowed due to interference. On Saturday, the Sharks will visit the Calgary Flames, while the Oilers will host the Minnesota Wild.
Fan Take: This thrilling comeback highlights the unpredictability and excitement of hockey, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. Such dramatic games showcase the importance of resilience and star power in shaping the league’s future competitive landscape.
