Anaheim Ducks Secure Seventh Straight Win with Overtime Hat Trick

In a thrilling overtime showdown, the Anaheim Ducks secured their seventh consecutive victory with a 4-3 comeback win against the Calgary Flames. Rookie Beckett Sennecke made history by scoring his first career hat trick, including the game-winning goal in overtime. The Ducks are now on the verge of making the Stanley Cup playoffs for the first time in eight seasons.

Chris Kreider added a goal, while Alex Killorn and Mikael Granlund each contributed two assists. Goaltender Lukas Dostal was instrumental, making 32 saves out of 35 shots. On the opposing side, Matt Coronato scored one goal and added an assist, while Hunter Brzustewicz recorded his first NHL goal. Jonathan Huberdeau also found the back of the net for the Flames, who have now lost four games in a row. Dustin Wolf made 17 saves in the loss.

Seattle Kraken Overcome Third-Period Tie to Defeat Devils

The Seattle Kraken came from behind to defeat the New Jersey Devils 4-2. Former first-round picks Matty Beniers and Berkly Catton scored just 18 seconds apart in the third period, breaking the tie and securing the win. Jordan Eberle had a goal and an assist, while Ryker Evans also found the net. Goaltender Joey Daccord made 27 saves, ending a personal three-game losing streak.

For the Devils, Dougie Hamilton and Jack Hughes each tallied a goal and an assist, while Connor Brown provided two assists. Hughes ended a 15-game goal drought, but the team failed to sweep their four-game Western swing. Goalie Jacob Markstrom stopped 15 of 18 shots.

Florida Panthers Continue Winning Streak with Bjornfot’s Performance

The Florida Panthers extended their winning streak to three games with a 5-1 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. Tobias Bjornfot scored twice, marking his second and third NHL goals. The 24-year-old player had not scored since May 1, 2021, when he was with the Los Angeles Kings. Carter Verhaeghe added a goal and an assist, while Mackie Samoskevich and Sam Reinhart also found the net. Daniil Tarasov made 19 saves for the Panthers.

Tyler Bertuzzi scored for the Blackhawks, who saw their three-game point streak come to an end. Spencer Knight made 20 saves in the loss.

Colorado Avalanche Shakes Off Recent Struggles with Nelson’s Hat Trick

The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1, with Brock Nelson scoring two of his three goals in the first period. This marked Nelson’s fifth career hat trick and his first with the Avalanche. Jack Drury also scored for Colorado, which had lost its previous two games. Mackenzie Blackwood made 32 saves.

Max Domi scored for the Maple Leafs, who have now lost the first four games of a five-game homestand. Joseph Woll made 33 saves in the loss.

Ottawa Senators Make History with Dominant Victory

The Ottawa Senators defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 7-1, marking their first-ever regulation win at home against the Knights. Stephen Halliday scored two goals and added an assist, while Brady Tkachuk provided three assists. Dylan Cozens also scored twice, and Fabian Zetterlund, Jordan Spence, and Nick Jensen each found the back of the net. Thomas Chabot and Tyler Kleven each added two assists.

Mads Sogaard made 19 saves in his first start of the season. Rasmus Andersson scored for the Golden Knights, who suffered their third loss in the last four games. Adin Hill made 24 saves, but the team faced its worst defeat in franchise history, with a six-goal margin.

Pittsburgh Penguins Sweep Road Trip with Kindel’s Performance

The Pittsburgh Penguins completed a four-game road trip with a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. British Columbia native Ben Kindel scored two goals in the second period, ending a 19-game goal drought. Evgeni Malkin scored in his third consecutive game, and Stuart Skinner made 26 saves.

The Canucks managed two goals, with Jake DeBrusk scoring late in the third period and Teddy Blueger adding another. Kevin Lankinen made 22 saves for Vancouver, which has fallen 13 times in the last 14 games.

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