Gavin Brindley netted the game-winner just 1:08 into overtime, lifting the Colorado Avalanche to a 5–4 victory over the Vancouver Canucks.
Nathan MacKinnon scored twice and tallied three assists, taking over the NHL scoring lead. Artturi Lehkonen also found the net twice, while Valeri Nichushkin and Cale Makar each contributed two assists for Colorado.
Nathan MacKinnon (29) celebrated his second goal against the Canucks with teammate Valeri Nichushkin during the first period of the NHL game in Vancouver.
Vancouver’s Linus Karlsson scored in the first period, assisted by Kiefer Sherwood. Goalie Kevin Lankinen made key saves, supported by defenseman Quinn Hughes.
Canucks goalie Kevin Lankinen made a stop as Quinn Hughes, Ross Colton, and Gavin Brindley battled for position in front of the net during the second period.
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Author’s Summary: Colorado edged Vancouver in a thrilling overtime win with Nathan MacKinnon leading the offense and Brindley sealing the victory early in OT.