NHL 26 Simulation: Oilers Beat 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, according to a simulation using EA Sports NHL 26.
Connor McDavid scored the decisive goal early in overtime, after the Canucks 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 for the Canucks.
- Thatcher Demko made 22 saves for the Canucks.
- McDavid finished with two points for the Oilers.
- Vasiliy Podkolzin and Matthew Savoie scored second-period goals for the Oilers.
- Skinner made 29 saves overall for the Oilers.
The simulation predicts the Oilers' victory, despite Skinner's shaky third period.
Author's summary: Oilers win 3-2 in overtime simulation.