The Vancouver Canucks snapped a 10-game losing streak on Tuesday night by overcoming a late deficit to defeat the Anaheim Ducks 6-5 in overtime. After trailing by three goals late in the third period, Vancouver scored four consecutive goals to secure their first victory since early October.
How did the Canucks rally?
The comeback began with less than eight minutes remaining in regulation. After trailing 5-2, the Canucks began chipping away at the lead:
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- Jamie Oleksiak scored at 12:54 of the third period to make it 5-3.
- Jonathan Lekkerimäki scored at 17:14, playing with an extra attacker.
- Lekkerimäki tied the game at 18:03 with a shot through a screen.
- Filip Hronek ended the game with a 5-on-3 power-play goal with just 11 seconds left in overtime.
Lekkerimäki's performance was central to the comeback, as he now leads all Vancouver skaters with six goals this season.
What was the impact on both teams?
For Vancouver, the win provides much-needed momentum. Coach Manny Malhotra noted that a long losing streak can cause morale to take a hit. The team improves to a 3-10-1 record following the win. Brock Boeser contributed significantly to the effort with one goal and two assists.
For the Ducks, the loss was a missed opportunity to stabilize a difficult stretch. Despite two goals from A.J. Greer and three assists from Jackson LaCombe, Anaheim lost for the sixth time in their last seven games. The team currently holds a 5-6-1 record.
What is next for these franchises?
The Canucks will look to carry this momentum into their next game against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Ducks return to home ice to host the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night.
