### Thrilling Overtime Victory: Oilers Edge Canadiens 3-2 The Edmonton Oilers secured a much-needed victory against the Montreal Canadiens on March 6, 2025, with a dramatic overtime win at Rogers Place. Evan Bouchard scored the decisive goal with just 6.9 seconds remaining in the extra period, marking a significant boost for the Oilers, who had been struggling in recent games. This win halted the Canadiens' five-game winning streak and improved the Oilers' season record to 36-22-4, bringing them to 76 points in the standings. The game showcased key performances from both teams, with Leon Draisaitl extending his point streak to 13 games and contributing a goal and an assist for the Oilers [https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/game-recap-oilers-3-canadiens-2-ot-03-06-25][https://www.nhl.com/news/montreal-canadiens-edmonton-oilers-game-recap-march-6]. ### Game Breakdown: Key Segments of the Match 1. **First Period Highlights**: - Corey Perry opened the scoring for the Oilers with a breakaway goal, assisted by Max Jones. - Cole Caufield equalized for the Canadiens shortly after, capitalizing on a rebound after a failed Oilers power play. 2. **Second Period Developments**: - Leon Draisaitl scored his league-leading 46th goal of the season, giving the Oilers a 2-1 lead. - Joel Armia tied the game for Montreal, setting the stage for a tense final period. 3. **Overtime Drama**: - The game remained tied at 2-2 until Bouchard's late goal, which was set up by a clever pass from Connor McDavid, sealing the victory for Edmonton. ### Performance Metrics and Key Players - **Oilers**: - **Evan Bouchard**: Scored the game-winning goal and had one assist. - **Leon Draisaitl**: Contributed one goal and one assist, extending his point streak. - **Stuart Skinner**: Made 25 saves, earning his first win in over a month. - **Canadiens**: - **Cole Caufield**: Scored one goal and continued his scoring streak. - **Joel Armia**: Scored to tie the game in the second period. - **Sam Montembeault**: Recorded 29 saves in a strong performance despite the loss. ### Conclusion: A Turning Point for the Oilers The Oilers' 3-2 overtime victory against the Canadiens represents a crucial turning point in their season. 1. **Confidence Boost**: This win comes after a rough patch, where the Oilers had lost six of their last seven games, and it marks their first home victory since January 27 [https://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/articles/instant_reaction_evan_bouchard_overtime_winner_gets_oilers_back_in_win_column/s1_15245_41865397]. 2. **Key Contributions**: The performances of Bouchard, Draisaitl, and Skinner were instrumental in securing the win, showcasing the depth and talent of the Oilers' roster [https://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/articles/evan_bouchards_ot_goal_carries_oilers_over_canadiens/s1_17050_41865423]. 3. **Future Implications**: With this victory, the Oilers aim to build momentum as they head into the final stretch of the season, while the Canadiens will need to regroup after their winning streak was snapped [https://www.ctvnews.ca/montreal/sports/article/evan-bouchards-overtime-goal-lifts-edmonton-oilers-over-montreal-canadiens-3-2].