Ducks rally, pull off wild 7-6 OT win over Sharks

Published: Sunday, October 12, 2025 at 5:04 am

Ducks Claw Back for Thrilling Overtime Victory Against Sharks

In a high-scoring, back-and-forth affair, the Anaheim Ducks secured a dramatic 7-6 overtime victory against the San Jose Sharks on Saturday night. The Ducks mounted a remarkable comeback, culminating in Leo Carlsson's game-winning goal just 45 seconds into the extra period.

The Sharks initially took control, building a 2-0 lead early in the first period. However, the Ducks responded quickly, tying the game at 2-2 before the end of the first. The Sharks regained the lead multiple times throughout the game, with goals from Adam Gaudette, Tyler Toffoli, Ryan Reaves, Mario Ferraro, John Klingberg, and Jeff Skinner.

The Ducks, however, refused to yield. Chris Kreider's late goal with just 51 seconds remaining in regulation tied the game at 6-6, forcing overtime. Kreider and Cutter Gauthier each contributed two goals for the Ducks. Carlsson had a goal and two assists, while Beckett Sennecke added a goal and an assist. Mason McTavish contributed three assists, and Petr Mrazek made 17 saves in net for the Ducks.

The Sharks saw contributions from Macklin Celebrini and Will Smith, each with three assists. Yaroslav Askarov made 36 saves for San Jose. The game was a stark contrast to the Ducks' season opener, a 3-1 loss to the Seattle Kraken on Thursday. The Sharks also suffered a loss in their season opener, falling 4-3 in overtime to the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday.

BNN's Perspective: This game was a thrilling display of offensive prowess from both teams. While the Sharks showed moments of dominance, the Ducks' resilience and ability to capitalize on key opportunities ultimately secured the victory. It's a promising sign for Anaheim, demonstrating their ability to fight back even when facing a deficit. The Sharks, despite the loss, displayed a strong offensive game, and will likely be a team to watch as the season progresses.

Keywords: Anaheim Ducks, San Jose Sharks, NHL, Hockey, Overtime, Leo Carlsson, Chris Kreider, Cutter Gauthier, Beckett Sennecke, Mason McTavish, Petr Mrazek, Macklin Celebrini, Will Smith, Adam Gaudette, Tyler Toffoli, Ryan Reaves, Mario Ferraro, John Klingberg, Jeff Skinner, Yaroslav Askarov, Comeback, Victory, Game

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