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Canucks Set NHL Record with Stunning Comeback, Beat Stars 6-5 in OT

Vancouver scored three 6-on-5 goals in the final minute of regulation before Kiefer Sherwood's overtime winner preserved their playoff hopes.

Apr 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Vancouver Canucks left wing Jake DeBrusk (74) and center Pius Suter (24) and right wing Brock Boeser (6) and right wing Conor Garland (8) and defenseman Filip Hronek (17) and defenseman Quinn Hughes (43) celebrates the game tying goal scored by Suter against the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Apr 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Vancouver Canucks center Pius Suter (24) and Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) chase the puck in the Dallas zone during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
Apr 8, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars center Matt Duchene (95) scores a goal past Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (35) as left wing Jamie Benn (14) looks on during the second period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Vancouver Canucks became the first NHL team to score three goals in the final minute of regulation, all with an extra attacker, to force overtime against the Dallas Stars.
  • Pius Suter scored two critical goals in the final 30 seconds of regulation, including the game-tying goal with just 5.2 seconds remaining on the clock.
  • Kiefer Sherwood secured the historic 6-5 victory with an overtime goal, assisted by Conor Garland, just over a minute into the extra period.
  • The comeback keeps Vancouver's slim playoff hopes alive while denying Dallas a chance to clinch second place in the Central Division standings.
  • The Canucks improved their record to 2-20-5 when trailing after two periods, showcasing resilience and tactical execution in a high-pressure scenario.