By AakashSports_
The Vancouver Canucks snapped their three-game losing streak Sunday night with a 4-3 overtime win over the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Arena. Kiefer Sherwood scored twice, including the overtime winner, while Brock Boeser and Elias Pettersson added goals. Thatcher Demko stood strong, helping Vancouver pull out a much-needed victory.
Game Summary
Vancouver opened the scoring in the first period when Brock Boeser buried a loose puck to make it 1-0.
In the second, Elias Pettersson doubled the lead on the power play after a quick pass from Filip Hronek. Edmonton responded soon after when Leon Draisaitl scored to cut the deficit to 2-1. Kiefer Sherwood restored the two-goal cushion before the end of the period, finishing off a rebound to make it 3-1 Vancouver.
The Oilers came out hard in the third. Jack Roslovic scored just 1:21 into the period to pull Edmonton within one, and later Draisaitl tied the game on the power play with his second of the night.
In overtime, head coach Adam Foote went with three forwards — Brock Boeser, Conor Garland, and Kiefer Sherwood — a bold move that reflected his trust in their speed and instincts. The decision paid off. Boeser drove the play into the zone, fired on goal, and Sherwood deflected the shot past Calvin Pickard at 1:43 to seal the 4-3 win.
Bright Spots
- Kiefer Sherwood: Two goals including the overtime winner, high-energy performance.
- Brock Boeser: One goal and two assists, led by example offensively.
- Elias Pettersson: Power-play goal and strong puck control throughout.
- Thatcher Demko: 26 saves, steady and composed, especially late in regulation.
What Went Wrong
- Vancouver let a two-goal lead slip away in the third period.
- The penalty kill couldn’t close out, allowing Draisaitl’s tying goal.
- The defence was stretched thin — Quinn Hughes missed the game with a lower-body injury (day-to-day), and Victor Mancini exited in the second period with an undisclosed issue.
Coaching Notes
After the game, Adam Foote explained that his defensive group looked tired late in regulation, which influenced his overtime call.
The defense gave the team everything, but overtime seemed too much for a tired group, which is fine, because playing 7 games in 11 nights isn’t easy on the body.
It worked — and could serve as a creative spark if the team faces similar situations going forward.
Why This Win Matters
This win was about more than ending a losing streak. It showed the Canucks can respond under pressure, adapt, and find a way even when depth is tested. With key players out, Vancouver leaned on effort, resilience, and a bit of creativity from behind the bench — and it delivered.
What’s Next
Vancouver stays at home looking to build on the momentum, tighten up defensively, and await word on the status of Quinn Hughes and Victor Mancini. The next outing will test whether this energy can carry forward into consistent play.
The Canucks take on JT Miller and the Rangers on Tuesday night!
