A late-game power-play goal by a visiting forward has handed the home team a crucial victory in their matchup against the defending Stanley Cup champions. The goal, coming on a power play, was scored against the opposing team’s starting goaltender, who had previously allowed a goal in the third period. The win improves the visiting team’s standing in their division, while the defending champions face a setback in their playoff push. The game saw a back-and-forth battle, with both teams trading goals before the decisive moment.
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