The NHL playoffs continue to thrill as Saturday’s game produced an astonishing highlight. Reilly Smith’s buzzer-beater led the Vegas Golden Knights to a crucial victory against the Edmonton Oilers, keeping their hopes alive in the second-round series.
Smith emerged as the star of the night by scoring two goals in the Golden Knights’ 4-3 triumph in Game 3. His initial goal was a masterclass, weaving through three Oilers players and executing a spectacular deke on Stuart Skinner. However, that moment was overshadowed by his incredible buzzer-beater with just 0.4 seconds on the clock, handing the Golden Knights a vital morale boost after Connor McDavid tied the game just minutes before.
Not to be overlooked, the Carolina Hurricanes also impressed, with Frederik Andersen keeping a clean sheet in their 4-0 victory over the Washington Capitals, stopping all 21 shots.
Overall, both Smith and Andersen solidified their positions as part of our 3 Stars of the Night for outstanding performances in the playoffs.
3. Corey Perry | RW | Oilers
THE WORM IS ON HATTY WATCH 馃毃馃毃 Corey Perry with back-to-back goals in under 5锔忊儯 minutes
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Perry’s first-period goals not only provided an early boost for the Oilers but also made playoff history.
2. Frederik Andersen | G | Hurricanes
Not in Freddie’s house 馃槫
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Andersen, returning from injury, showcased remarkable skill by recording a shutout against the Capitals, leaving no room for error against high-danger chances.
1. Reilly Smith | RW | Golden Knights
A BUZZER BEATER OF ALL BUZZER BEATERS 馃く
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With Mark Stone sidelined due to injury, Smith’s late-game heroics proved indispensable, scoring both the tying goal and the game-winner. As overtime loomed, Smith’s innate skill shone as he delivered the decisive blow, illustrating the magic of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
