Brindley Scores in Overtime as Avalanche Edge Canucks 5-4
Gavin Brindley scored 1:08 into overtime, securing a 5-4 victory for the Colorado Avalanche against the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Key Performances
- Nathan MacKinnon led the Avalanche with two goals and three assists, moving to the top of the NHL scoring leaderboard with 29 points this season.
- Artturi Lehkonen contributed two goals, including the crucial third-period scores.
- Valeri Nichushkin and Cale Makar each added two assists for Colorado.
- Mackenzie Blackwood made 29 saves, helping Colorado extend their winning streak to three games and keep their point streak alive at 5-0-2.
Canucks Highlights
- Linus Karlsson, Kiefer Sherwood, Drew O'Connor, and Jake DeBrusk each scored for Vancouver.
- Kevin Lankinen recorded 27 saves in net.
Overtime Decider
"Brindley scored on the rebound of his own shot to give the Avalanche the win."
MacKinnon earned an assist on the winning play despite being off the ice, tallying five points for the night.
Game Turning Moments
- Jake DeBrusk tied the game 4-4 on a power-play goal with 3:01 remaining by tipping Brock Boeser's shot past Blackwood.
- Lehkonen put Colorado ahead 3-2 just 28 seconds into the third period with a redirected pass from Brent Burns.
- Drew O'Connor evened the score again with a short-handed goal at 7:26 in the third.
- Lehkonen’s second goal at 9:47 during a power play gave the Avalanche a 4-3 lead.
The Avalanche demonstrated resilience and teamwork to clinch a close contest and maintain momentum in the season.
"Nathan MacKinnon had two goals and three assists to take over the NHL scoring lead."
Colorado’s victory marked their third consecutive win and extended their point streak to seven games with five wins and two overtime losses.
Summary: The Avalanche overcame a tough challenge from the Canucks, with key contributions from Brindley and MacKinnon fueling a thrilling overtime win to extend their hot streak.
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