NHL Saturday Recap: Bruins Win in OT, Flyers Shut Out Ducks

Get the latest NHL recap as 28 teams took to the ice on Saturday, featuring thrilling comebacks, shutouts, and overtime winners.

Ovechkin Closes in on Goal Record, Teams Secure Crucial Wins

The National Hockey League (NHL) witnessed an action-packed Saturday, with 28 teams taking to the ice. This busy schedule provided plenty of exciting moments, and here's a recap of the day's events.

Thrilling Afternoon Games

The afternoon slate featured three thrilling games, starting with a back-and-forth encounter between the Florida Panthers and Boston Bruins in Florida. The visitors ultimately emerged victorious, securing a 4-3 overtime win. The Bruins took the lead three times during regulation, only for the Panthers to respond each time. Sam Reinhart scored twice in the third period for the Panthers, including a goal with just three seconds remaining. Despite their resilience, the Bruins found a way to win, with David Pastrnak scoring the decisive goal with less than two seconds left in overtime.

The largest margin of victory on the day came in Philadelphia, where the Flyers handed the Anaheim Ducks a resounding 6-0 defeat. Six different players found their way onto the scoresheet for the home team, as they emphatically ended their four-game losing skid.

In St. Louis, the Columbus Blue Jackets secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Blues. Goals from Adam Fantilli and Cole Sillinger in the first and second periods, respectively, proved decisive for the visitors. The Blues' Cotton Parayko scored with just 12 seconds remaining, but it was too little, too late. This win marks the Blue Jackets' fourth consecutive victory, solidifying their position in the last playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

The all-Canadian matchup between the Vancouver Canucks and Toronto Maple Leafs ended in a convincing 3-0 victory for the Canucks. Goals from Brock Boeser, Quinn Hughes, and Kiefer Sherwood, one in each period, sealed the win for the away team. This loss marks the Leafs' second consecutive defeat, although they still maintain their lead in the Eastern Conference.

Saturday's Early NHL Games Featured Thrilling Comebacks and Shutouts

In addition to the Bruins' overtime win, Saturday's early slate saw several other exciting matchups. The Seattle Kraken staged a remarkable comeback, overcoming a two-goal deficit to defeat the Buffalo Sabres 6-2 on the road. Kappo Kaako played a crucial role in the Kraken's victory, scoring two goals in the third period to help his team snap a four-game losing streak.

Ottawa Senators Blank Pittsburgh Penguins

The Ottawa Senators delivered a dominant performance in Pittsburgh, shutting out the Penguins 5-0. Shane Pinto led the charge with two goals, helping the Senators secure their second win in their last eight games. The Penguins, meanwhile, struggled defensively, conceding their 164th goal of the season – the most in the league.

Dallas Stars Edge Montreal Canadiens in Shootout

In a low-scoring affair, the Dallas Stars outlasted the Montreal Canadiens 2-1 in a shootout. Patrik Laine opened the scoring with a power-play goal in the second period, only for Jamie Benn to equalize two minutes later. The game remained deadlocked until Jason Robertson scored the decisive goal in the shootout, securing the win for the Stars.

New Jersey Devils Outlast Tampa Bay Lightning in Overtime

The New Jersey Devils required overtime to defeat the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2. The Devils took the lead twice during regulation, but the Lightning responded each time. Stefan Noesen ultimately scored the winner 3:19 into overtime, earning the Devils the extra point.