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Chernyshov's OT Goal Lifts Sharks Over Kings
4 Oct
Summary
- Chernyshov scored the overtime winner with 1:42 remaining.
- The Sharks secured their second consecutive overtime victory.
- Los Angeles fell to an 0-2 season record after the loss.
The San Jose Sharks have started their season with two consecutive overtime wins, defeating the Los Angeles Kings 5-4 on Saturday night. Igor Chernyshov netted the game-winning goal with just 1:42 left in overtime, his second of the contest.
The Kings, who rallied from a two-goal deficit in the third period to tie the game, controlled play during the extra session. However, Chernyshov's one-timer, assisted by Macklin Celebrini, sealed the victory for San Jose.
This victory follows a 4-3 overtime win against Florida in their season opener. The Sharks' other goals came from Tyler Toffoli, Kiefer Sherwood, and Nolan Allan. Goaltender Yaroslav Askarov was instrumental, making 31 saves.
For the Kings, Adrian Kempe, Quinton Byfield, Erik Haula, and Anteri Panarin found the back of the net. Despite their efforts, Los Angeles dropped to an 0-2 record. Anton Forsberg made 20 saves in net for the Kings.
