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The Vancouver Canucks staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in an overtime thriller. Trailing 2-0 after the first period and 3-2 late in the third, the Canucks exploded for three unanswered goals to steal the victory.
NHL Highlights Golden Knights vs Canucks. April 8, 2024
Golden Knights Strike First:
Vegas got on the board early in the first period with a goal from Tyler Myers. Jack Eichel extended the lead later in the period, putting the Golden Knights firmly in control.
Canucks Show Signs of Life:
Brock Boeser scored the lone goal for Vancouver in the second period, but the Canucks still faced a two-goal deficit heading into the third.
Canucks Erupt in Third Period:
The third period was a turning point for the Canucks. Goals from Conor Garland (2) and Brock Boeser tied the game with just over five minutes remaining in regulation.
Overtime Heroics:
The game went into overtime, where J.T. Miller scored the winning goal for Vancouver just seconds after Garland’s shot was stopped by Logan Thompson.
Key Players:
- Conor Garland: The Canucks forward had a breakout performance with two goals and an assist.
- J.T. Miller: Miller notched the game-winning goal and also reached a milestone with his 100th career point.
- Jack Eichel: Eichel scored a goal for Vegas but was unable to prevent the Golden Knights’ collapse.
- Logan Thompson: Despite a strong performance in net, Thompson was ultimately on the losing side.
Turning Point:
The Canucks’ comeback was sparked by a power-play goal from Quinn Hughes late in the third period. This goal seemed to ignite the Vancouver offense and paved the way for their victory.
Looking Ahead:
This win is a significant boost for the Canucks as they continue their playoff push. The Golden Knights, on the other hand, will be looking to regroup and bounce back from this disappointing loss.
