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 in the extra frame, 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.
- Tyler Myers picked up an assist on Hughes' goals.
- Thatcher Demko made 22 saves in a composed performance for the Canucks.
- For the Oilers, McDavid finished with two points, while Vasiliy Podkolzin and Matthew Savoie scored second-period goals.
- Stuart Skinner made 29 saves overall, despite a shaky third period.
The Oilers escaped with a 3-2 overtime victory against the Canucks, as predicted by NHL 26.
Author's summary: Oilers win 3-2 in overtime against Canucks.