Nhl Hockey Results From Last Night
Last night's NHL games were full of excitement and nail-biting finishes. Fans across the country eagerly awaited the results, and now we have them. Here's a breakdown of the action from last night's games.
Edmonton Oilers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
In a game that saw two of the league's top scoring teams face off, it was the Toronto Maple Leafs who came out on top. The final score was 4-2 in favor of the Leafs, who were led by Auston Matthews' two goals. Connor McDavid and the Oilers were held in check for most of the night, as Frederik Andersen stood tall in net for the Leafs.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Carolina Hurricanes
The Chicago Blackhawks continued their recent hot streak with a 4-3 shootout win over the Carolina Hurricanes. Patrick Kane scored the game-winning goal in the shootout, while Corey Crawford made 27 saves in regulation and overtime to keep the Blackhawks in the game. Sebastian Aho had two goals for the Hurricanes, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Blackhawks.
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Montreal Canadiens
The Vegas Golden Knights continued their impressive inaugural season with a 6-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens. William Karlsson had two goals and an assist for the Golden Knights, who now have the best record in the Western Conference. Max Pacioretty had two goals for the Canadiens, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss.
St. Louis Blues vs. Detroit Red Wings
The St. Louis Blues picked up a 2-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings thanks to a game-winning goal from Jaden Schwartz. Jake Allen made 29 saves in net for the Blues, while the Red Wings struggled to generate offense. Dylan Larkin had the lone goal for Detroit.
Conclusion
Last night's NHL games provided plenty of entertainment for hockey fans across the country. From the high-scoring affair in Toronto to the shootout win in Chicago, there was no shortage of excitement. As the season continues, it will be interesting to see how these teams fare in the playoff race.