Podkolzin double did not save Edmonton from defeat in the first match of the NHL season

“Vancouver Canucks” in overtime beat the “Edmonton Oilers” in the away match of the regular championship of the National hockey League (NHL). The meeting ended with the score 6-5.

As part of the guests, Paul Cotter noted the double, he scored the winning puck. Marco Rossi, Yunatan Lekkerimäki, Max Sasson and Elias Petterson also distinguished themselves. At Edmonton, Evan Bouchard made a hat-trick, and he also recorded two assists. The Canadian became the first defender in NHL history to score five points in the first game of the season. Russian striker Vasily Podkolzin scored two goals.

In other games of the day, reigning Stanley Cup winner Carolina Hurricanes lost 1-0 at home to the Florida Panthers. The Boston Bruins on their ice were stronger than the New York Rangers - 3-0. Marat Khusnutdinov gave an effective pass. Rangers goalkeeper Igor Shesterkin reflected 20 shots.

The Montreal Canadiens defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-2 away. As part of the losers, the goal pass is on the account of Kirill Marchenko, who the day before was exchanged from the Columbus Blue Jackets. Toronto goalkeeper Sergey Bobrovsky made 21 rescues.

"Vegas Golden Knights" on its site defeated the Chicago Blackhawks - 5: 2. The owners of two programs distinguished Ivan Barbashev. The guests debut match in the NHL was held by Roman Kanzerov.

Arnold Kabanov