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Quenneville's 1,000th Win: Ducks Rally Past Oilers 6-5
26 Feb
Summary
- Joel Quenneville achieved his 1,000th NHL career victory.
- The Anaheim Ducks mounted a stunning comeback against the Oilers.
- Cutter Gauthier scored the game-winning goal in the final period.
Anaheim Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville reached an incredible milestone, securing his 1,000th NHL career victory during a thrilling 6-5 win against the Connor McDavid-led Edmonton Oilers.
Quenneville now stands with Scotty Bowman as the only coaches in NHL history to achieve four-digit wins. His current record is 1,000-595-153. The Ducks coach emphasized that his primary focus was on the team's performance and their pursuit of a postseason spot, rather than the personal achievement.
The game itself was a nail-biter, with the Oilers holding a commanding 4-2 lead heading into the third period. However, the Ducks mounted a significant comeback, tying the game at 5-5. Cutter Gauthier ultimately secured the win for Anaheim, capitalizing on a rebound off Leo Carlsson's shot.
This victory has substantial implications for the postseason picture. The Ducks are now just five points behind the Pacific Division leaders, the Vegas Golden Knights. They also extended their lead over the Oilers, who are trailing by three wins. The Ducks have momentum, having won eight of their last 10 games, and are positioning themselves as strong contenders.
