NHL Hockey Summary

The NHL action featured a standout performance from the Edmonton Oilers, who defeated the Vancouver Canucks 6-0, with Tristan Jarry earning a shutout by stopping all 31 shots he faced. Despite being without Leon Draisaitl, the Oilers dominated, scoring six goals in a powerful second period, with contributions from Zach Hyman, Jack Roslovic, Kasperi Kapanen, and Vasily Podkolzin.

Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens pulled off an impressive comeback against the Ottawa Senators, winning 6-5 in overtime, highlighted by Cole Caufield's game-winning goal just 33 seconds into the extra period, while Juraj Slafkovsky scored twice in the match.

Additionally, the Ottawa Senators faced internal criticism after goaltender Leevi Merilainen was called out by teammate Jake Sanderson, who emphasized that a goaltender needs to make more than ten saves to secure a victory, following their loss to Montreal.

Conor Garland of the Canucks also addressed the team's struggles during the season, indicating ongoing challenges for the Vancouver franchise.