A late-game power-play goal from a player with a history of clutch performances sealed a victory in a tightly contested matchup between two teams battling for playoff positioning. The goal came against one of the league’s most reliable goaltenders, who made a season-high number of saves in a game where both squads created multiple high-danger chances. With the win, the visiting team improved their standing in the division, narrowing the gap to a rival that has dominated recent matchups. The performance underscored the importance of goaltending and opportunistic scoring in high-stakes games as the season enters its final stretch.

UTA@NYR: Schmaltz scores PPG against Igor Shesterkin  NHL.com