Gavin Brindley's Overtime Goal Secures Avalanche Victory Over Canucks
Gavin Brindley scored 1:08 into overtime, leading the Colorado Avalanche to a 5-4 win against the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday night. After carrying the puck into the Vancouver zone, Brindley shot at goaltender Kevin Lankinen, who failed to control the rebound. Brindley then tapped the puck between Lankinen's legs, giving Colorado its first overtime win in six games.
Key Player Performances
- Nathan MacKinnon contributed two goals and three assists.
- Artturi Lehkonen scored twice.
- Valeri Nichushkin added two assists.
- Mackenzie Blackwood stopped 29 shots in his second start of the season.
MacKinnon recorded at least four points for the second consecutive game and now leads the NHL with 29 points and 14 goals. Colorado has won five of its last six games, earning points in every contest during that stretch.
Vancouver Canucks Highlights
- Jake DeBrusk, Drew O'Connor, Kiefer Sherwood, and Linus Karlsson each scored a goal.
- Goaltender Kevin Lankinen made 27 saves, but the team lost in regulation for the first time in five games this season.
Milestones and Notable Moments
MacKinnon opened the scoring at 6:41 in the first period with a one-timer finish set up by Nichushkin. He then scored his second goal just 1:29 later with a wrist shot past Lankinen. This marked the 381st career goal for MacKinnon, moving him past Peter Stastny to third place in franchise history. Joe Sakic (625) and Michel Goulet (456) remain ahead on the list.
“MacKinnon gave the Avalanche a 1-0 lead at 6:41 of the first when he scored on a one-timer off a pass from Nichushkin.”
Author's summary: Gavin Brindley’s OT goal capped a strong team effort, highlighted by MacKinnon’s milestone night, leading the Avalanche to a vital win and maintaining their point streak.