EDMONTON, Alberta — On Tuesday night, the Carolina Hurricanes managed to secure a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, thanks to an overtime winning goal from Sebastian Aho, who also contributed an assist during the match.

With just 6.1 seconds left in the extra period, Aho fired a powerful one-timer past Oilers goalkeeper Stuart Skinner. The win highlighted a resilient third-period comeback from the Hurricanes.

Martin Necas made a significant impact for Carolina, scoring one goal and providing two assists, while Shayne Gostisbehere continued his scoring streak, netting a goal for the fourth consecutive game and assisting as well. This victory also marked the Hurricanes’ third win in their last four matches.

On the other side, Connor McDavid was a standout player for the Oilers, scoring both of their goals, although the team suffered its second consecutive defeat.

Both goaltenders showcased their skills, making several impressive saves throughout the game. Carolina’s Frederik Andersen recorded 33 saves, while Edmonton’s Skinner put forth a strong effort with 30 stops.

Takeaway notes: Along with Gostisbehere’s four-game scoring streak, he has also managed to tally three power-play goals this season, surpassing the two he recorded in 81 games last season.

For the Oilers, McDavid’s performance extended his point streak to six games. Historically, the Oilers have a remarkable record of 48-5-3 when McDavid scores multiple goals in a match.

Critical moment: One standout moment occurred at the beginning of the third period when Skinner made a remarkable leg save against Necas during a Carolina power play. However, the Oilers couldn’t manage to clear the puck, allowing Gostisbehere to blast a shot and keep his scoring streak alive.

Statistical insight: The Oilers entered this game tied for last in the league for goals scored per game, managing just 12 goals in their first six games. They also ranked lowest in the NHL for penalty kills, with a disappointing 55% success rate, allowing nine goals on 11 attempts. Furthermore, their power play performance was the fourth worst in the league, converting only 6.7% of their chances, scoring just once in 15 attempts. They managed to score one power-play goal against the Hurricanes after four opportunities.

Looking ahead, the Hurricanes are set to take on the Flames on Thursday, while the Oilers will host the Penguins on Friday.