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Golden Knights Secure Overtime Win Over Flames to Bolster Pacific Division Lead

Reilly Smith's two-goal performance, including a fluky overtime winner, keeps Vegas three points ahead in the Pacific Division while Calgary edges closer to a wild-card spot.

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, as the Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Calgary Flames 3-2 on Saturday night.
  • Vegas remains three points ahead of the Los Angeles Kings in the Pacific Division standings with a strong 16-4-1 record against division opponents.
  • Calgary earned a crucial point in the playoff race and now sits four points behind the Minnesota Wild for the second wild-card spot in the Western Conference, with a game in hand.
  • Flames goalie Dustin Wolf made 31 saves but was beaten in overtime when Smith's backhand deflected off defenseman MacKenzie Weegar and into the net.
  • The Flames face a pivotal matchup against the Wild on Friday, as they continue their push to secure a playoff berth.