NHL 26 Simulation: Oilers Edge Canucks 3-2 in Overtime
The Edmonton Oilers survived a turbulent third period from Stuart Skinner to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 in overtime, as simulated by EA Sports NHL 26.
Connor McDavid scored the decisive goal early in overtime, sparking the home crowd after Vancouver erased a two-goal deficit late in regulation. Quinn Hughes led the Canucks' comeback with two third-period goals, both assisted by Elias Pettersson.
- Connor McDavid finished with two points, including the overtime winner.
- Vasiliy Podkolzin and Matthew Savoie scored second-period goals for Edmonton.
- Stuart Skinner made 29 saves, despite a shaky third period.
- Thatcher Demko turned aside 22 shots for Vancouver.
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Author's summary: Oilers win 3-2 in overtime against Canucks.