Devils Overcome Injuries to Win in Overtime
The New Jersey Devils faced another setback with a key injury but managed to secure a victory against the Montreal Canadiens in overtime. Dougie Hamilton left the game early in the second period due to injury, yet the Devils maintained a one-goal lead going into the second period.
Game Highlights
The Canadiens took control midway through the third period, gaining the lead. However, the Devils tied the score with about a minute remaining in regulation. Jesper Bratt then became the hero in overtime, scoring the winning goal and earning the Devils two points on Thursday.
First Period Actions
The Devils opened the scoring early when Cody Glass collected a loose puck in the neutral zone and scored from the left circle to put New Jersey up 1–0. The Canadiens quickly responded with an unusual goal when Noah Dobson's high wrist shot hit Kirby Dach on its path, confusing goalie Jacob Markstrom and resulting in a goal.
Gameplay Dynamics
- Both teams scored on their first shots.
- Minor penalties led to four-on-four play.
- During an offensive push, Luke Hughes lost the puck near New Jersey's blue line, leading to a breakaway for Cole Caufield.
“That’s how you want to make a comeback,” highlighting New Jersey's resilience despite injury challenges.
Summary: Despite key injuries, the Devils demonstrated resilience, securing an overtime victory with Jesper Bratt’s game-winning goal, showcasing their comeback strength.