Fri Jan 17 05:00:00 UTC 2025: ## NHL Roundup: Overtime Thrills, Ovechkin Milestone, and Hat Trick Heroics

**Denver, CO** – A thrilling overtime finish saw Devon Toews score a one-timer to give the Avalanche a victory over the Rangers. Other games featured exciting overtime wins for the Maple Leafs (William Nylander) and Oilers (Alex Ovechkin, his 874th career goal).

Ovechkin’s milestone continued his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goal record, with the Russian superstar also netting his 873rd goal earlier in the week. The night also saw exciting performances from Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche) and Connor McDavid (Oilers), who each tallied multiple points, with McDavid tying a franchise record.

Elsewhere, the NHL witnessed a hat trick by Tage Thompson (Sabres), showcasing his scoring prowess, while other notable goals included those from Elias Lindholm (Flames) and J.T. Miller (Canucks). The night’s action also included power play goals from several teams, highlighting the importance of special teams play. The week’s action culminated with exciting games and impressive performances from players across the league.

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