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Golden Knights Edge Flames in OT, Extend Pacific Division Lead

Reilly Smith's overtime goal secures a 3-2 victory over Calgary, clinching a playoff spot for the Kings and keeping Vegas three points ahead of Los Angeles.

Vegas Golden Knights' Shea Theodore, top, celebrates his team's winning goal as Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf reacts during overtime NHL hockey action in Calgary on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Vegas Golden Knights' Victor Olofsson (95) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the third period of an NHL hockey game in Vancouver, on Sunday, April 6, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Overview

  • Reilly Smith scored twice, including the overtime winner off a fortunate deflection, as the Golden Knights defeated the Flames 3-2 in Calgary.
  • Shea Theodore contributed three assists, aiding pivotal goals by Smith and Pavel Dorofeyev, who netted his team-leading 33rd of the season.
  • Backup goaltender Akira Schmid made 21 saves in his first start of the season, ensuring the win for Vegas after a late Calgary rally.
  • The Flames, now four points behind the Minnesota Wild for the final Western Conference wild-card spot, secured one point but face an uphill playoff battle with six games remaining.
  • Vegas maintains its three-point lead over the Kings in the Pacific Division and turns its focus to the next matchup against Colorado.