Double-OT Chaos, Oilers Depth Delivers, Flyers Take Control. Plus, Habs/Bolts & Sabres/Bruins
About this episode
Jeff O'Neill discusses the latest NHL playoff games, highlighting key performances and dramatic moments from various series.
"O-Dog" Jeff O'Neill filling in for Ray Ferraro to discuss how Ottawa and Carolina delivered a double-OT thriller in Game 2 that’s being overshadowed by a bizarre series of events. An OT goal overturned on a questionable offside call, a dramatic penalty shot save and a redemtion of sorts on the eventual winner; the Sens are 0–10 all-time when going down 0–2 in a series, though there’s confidence they’ll respond at home after Ullmark’s stellar outing. In Edmonton, the Oilers won Game 1 over Anaheim with Leon Draisaitl and Jason Dickinson returing from injury, Dickinson and Kasperi Kapanen each scored twice and Connor Ingram stepped up with a solid effort and key late save. The Oilers managed their first win of the season without a Connor McDavid point, reinforcing the idea that contenders need multiple paths to win. Philadelphia seized control in Pittsburgh with a 2–0 series lead, mixing it up physically—including getting under Sidney Crosby’s skin—while Dallas evened things with Minnesota behind a strong Jake Oettinger performance despite missing Roope Hintz. Looking ahead, Montreal aims to build on a statement Game 1…
People in this episode
Guest: Jeff O'Neill
Topics covered
- NHL Playoffs
- Overtime Drama
- Team Performances
- Player Highlights
- Series Analysis
Keywords
- NHL
- playoffs
- overtime
- Edmonton Oilers
- Philadelphia Flyers
- Montreal Canadiens
- Buffalo Sabres
- Boston Bruins
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Ottawa Senators, Carolina Hurricanes, Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Dallas Stars, Minnesota Wild, Montreal Canadiens, Tampa Bay Lightning, Buffalo Sabres, Boston Bruins
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