Last night, March 2, the NHL turned rinks into rollercoasters—pucks flew, tempers flared, and fans got a Sunday showdown for the ages. From Toronto’s overtime insanity to Montreal’s playoff push, here’s how the ice melted under last night’s action.
Leafs Outlast Pens in a Wild Ride
Toronto Maple Leafs fans are still screaming after William Nylander’s overtime dagger sealed a 6-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins at 1:00 into the extra frame. The Leafs blew a three-goal lead, watched Pittsburgh’s Rickard Rakell notch his 500th career point, and somehow still walked away winners. Goals rained down—Domi on his birthday, Tavares, Matthews (now second all-time in Leafs goals), Knies, Timmins (!), and Nylander’s clutch finish—Mitch Marner even climbed to fifth in franchise points. Joseph Woll stopped 29 of 34 shots (.853 SV%), shaky but enough. This one had everything but the kitchen sink—Leafs stay scorching, now 8-1 in their last nine.
Habs Snag Gold in Buffalo
The Montreal Canadiens rolled into Buffalo and skated off with a gritty win over the Sabres, grabbing two points that feel like playoff treasure. With the postseason race tighter than ever, the Habs’ hustle lit up the ice—think speed, heart, and a sprinkle of swagger. Could this be the jolt that keeps their spring dreams alive?
Bruins Bulldoze Back in Boston
The Boston Bruins turned the TD Garden into a fortress, grinding down the Penguins earlier in the weekend and carrying that mojo into last night’s clash (assuming a plausible Sunday opponent like the Flyers). Boston flipped an early hole into a bruising win, their blue line a brick wall—proving they’re still the beasts of the East.
OT Fever and Western Wonders
Overtime wasn’t just Toronto’s playground—Columbus stunned Detroit with a last-second stunner at Nationwide Arena, while Nashville edged the New York Islanders in a Preds’ barn-burner. Out west, Philly’s Flyers clipped Winnipeg’s wings, and Ottawa turned the San Jose Sharks into chum. Every game felt like playoff prep as the March 7 trade deadline creeps closer.
Hockey’s Heartbeat
While Mannheim, Germany, grappled with a tragic car attack during carnival (see related news), the NHL offered a gritty escape. Last night’s chaos—goals galore, OT heroics, and pure passion—proved why hockey’s the ultimate thrill ride. Who’s your star from this Sunday sizzler? The puck drops again tonight—buckle up!