A late-game goal by a visiting player has sent shockwaves through the NHL standings, as a key defenseman was outplayed in net. The unexpected strike came in a high-stakes matchup, where a forward’s precise shot beat a veteran goalie in a critical moment. With both teams battling for playoff positioning, the win could shift momentum in the league’s tightest races. Analysts are already dissecting whether this performance signals a turning point for the road team’s season.

VAN@NYR: Cuylle scores goal against Kevin Lankinen  NHL.com