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NHL Recap: Capitals, Canadiens Win in OT; Stars Remain Undefeated

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See the top NHL moments from Tuesday's games, including Auston Matthews' two-goal performance for the Maple Leafs. Sidney Crosby's historic milestone and the Oilers' shutout win over the Rangers.


Washington Capitals edge Tampa Bay lightning in overtime...


Eight-game NHL slate delivers overtime thrills, rookie debuts, and historic moments, highlighted by Sidney Crosby's milestone achievement.


The Washington Capitals secured their third win of the season with a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning. Jakob Chychrun scored the winning goal just over a minute into overtime.



Montreal Canadiens Triumph Over Seattle Kraken

In another overtime thriller, the Montreal Canadiens defeated the Seattle Kraken 5-4. Montreal's Ivan Demidov tied the game with his second career goal, sending it to overtime. Cole Caufield then scored the game-winner, handing the Kraken their first loss of the season.


Pittsburgh Penguins legend Sidney Crosby reached a new milestone, moving up to ninth place on the NHL's all-time assists list with 1,064 assists. This achievement further solidifies his legacy as one of hockey's all-time greats.



Capitals Edge Lightning in Overtime Thriller

The Washington Capitals outlasted the Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 in overtime, thanks to Jakob Chychrun's game-winning goal. Jake Guentzel's first goal of the season gave Tampa Bay an early 1-0 lead in the first period. However, Aliaksei Protas responded with his third goal of the season, tying the game 1-1 in the second period.




The Lightning regained the lead with Brayden Point's power-play goal, but Tom Wilson answered with a power-play goal of his own, sending the game to overtime tied at 2-2. Wilson's goal was the Capitals' first power-play score of the season, coming after 10 unsuccessful attempts.


In overtime, Chychrun came through with the game-winner, scoring just over a minute into the extra period. Tom Wilson assisted on the goal, marking his 400th career point. The win marked the Capitals' third straight victory.


Canadiens' Thrilling Comeback Win Over Kraken

The Montreal Canadiens edged the Seattle Kraken 5-4 in an action-packed game. The teams traded goals in the first two periods, with Alex Newhook and Cole Caufield scoring for the Canadiens, while Jaden Schwartz and Jani Nyman scored for the Kraken, tying the game 2-2 heading into the third period.


The Kraken took the lead with goals from Jamie Oleksiak and Jared McCann, putting them up 4-3. However, the Canadiens responded with goals from Kirby Dach, Ivan Demidov, and Cole Caufield's second goal of the game, securing a 5-4 win for Montreal. Demidov's goal tied the game, and Caufield's winner sealed the deal.




Montreal's rookie sensation Ivan Demidov tied the game with his second career goal, sending it to overtime with just a few minutes left. Cole Caufield then sealed the win for the Canadiens, scoring the game-winner in overtime and handing the Seattle Kraken their first loss of the season.


The win improved Montreal's record to 3-1-0, while the Kraken fell to 2-1-0. Demidov's goal showcased his impressive rookie skills, and Caufield's overtime winner cemented his role as a clutch performer.


Oilers Shut Out Rangers 2-0

The Edmonton Oilers handed the New York Rangers their third consecutive home loss to start the season, defeating them 2-0. Stuart Skinner made 30 saves for his second win of the season, earning a shutout.




Trent Frederic and Adam Henrique scored their first goals of the season, with Henrique's goal assisted by Connor McDavid, his fourth point of the season. The loss made history for the Rangers, becoming the first team in NHL history to lose their first three home games.


Maple Leafs Dominate Predators 7-4

The Toronto Maple Leafs secured their second win of the season, dominating the Nashville Predators 7-4. Captain Auston Matthews led the charge with two goals, while Jake McCabe, Oliver Ekman-Larsson, John Tavares, Bobby McMann, and William Nylander added to the scoring column.

 



Despite a strong effort from Michael McCarron, Erik Haula, Roman Josi, and Nick Perbix, who all scored for the Predators, Nashville fell to 2-1-1 on the season. The team's backup goalie, Justus Annunen, made his first start of the season but couldn't contain the Maple Leafs' offense.


Golden Knights Rally Past Flames 4-2

The Vegas Golden Knights staged an impressive comeback, overcoming a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Calgary Flames 4-2. Jack Eichel led the charge with two goals, including the lone tally in the second period, while Kaedan Korczak and Tomas Hertl added to the scoring column.




After falling behind, the Golden Knights responded with four unanswered goals, showcasing their resilience. Mikael Backlund and Blake Coleman had given Calgary an early lead, but Vegas outshot Calgary 30-29 in a high-scoring affair. The win improved Vegas' record to 2-0-2, while Calgary dropped to 1-3-0, the worst in the Western Conference.


Stars Remain Undefeated with 5-2 Win Over Wild.

The Dallas Stars extended their unbeaten streak to 4-0-0, topping the Western Conference standings, after a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Esa Lindell, Wyatt Johnston, and Matt Duchene scored in the first period, giving the Stars a 3-0 lead that proved insurmountable for Minnesota.




The win solidified the Stars' position at the top of the Western Conference, showcasing their strong team performance.


Matt Boldy and Kirill Kaprizov scored back-to-back power-play goals, narrowing the Wild's deficit to 3-2. However, Radek Faksa and Roope Hintz sealed the win for the Stars with a pair of empty-net goals, capping off a 5-2 victory. Minnesota fell to 2-2 on the season.


Hurricanes Dominate Sharks 5-1

The Carolina Hurricanes secured their third consecutive win, defeating the San Jose Sharks 5-1. In a notable debut, Sharks' rookie Michael Misa, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, took to the ice but couldn't change the outcome.


The Hurricanes' dominant performance saw them outscore the Sharks, handing San Jose another loss.


Ducks Edge Penguins 4-3 in Thrilling Matchup

The Anaheim Ducks secured a 4-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins in a closely contested game. After falling behind 2-0 in the opening period, the Ducks rallied to take the lead and ultimately hold on for the victory.




Pittsburgh Penguins legend Sidney Crosby recorded two assists in the loss, including one that moved him into ninth place on the NHL's all-time assists list with 1,065 career assists, surpassing Steve Yzerman's record of 1,063 assists. Crosby now trails Adam Oates, who sits eighth on the list with 1,079 assists, by 14 assists.


Other Notable Results

  • Dallas Stars: Remain undefeated with a 4-0-0 record after defeating the Minnesota Wild 5-2.
  • Vegas Golden Knights: Overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Calgary Flames 4-2.
  • Toronto Maple Leafs: Dominated the Nashville Predators 7-4, with Auston Matthews scoring two goals.
  • Edmonton Oilers: Stuart Skinner recorded a shutout in a 2-0 win over the New York Rangers.

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