Conor Sheary scores overtime goal in Penguins' Cup Final victory
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Last updated Jun 1, 2026
On June 1, 2016, Conor Sheary scored an overtime goal for the Pittsburgh Penguins, leading them to a 2-0 series lead in the Stanley Cup Final against the San Jose Sharks. After a scoreless first period, Sheary helped secure victory following a last-minute tying goal from Justin Braun for the Sharks. The game was played at the Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh, allowing the Penguins to take a strong position heading into California for Game 3.
- •Penguins lead series 2-0 after two games.
- •Sheary's goal came in overtime after Braun's late equalizer.
- •Game was held at Consol Energy Center in Pittsburgh.
- •The Penguins won Game 1 against the Sharks prior to this match.
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — On this date in Penguins history: Conor Sheary’s OT goal in the Cup Final
"Ten years ago today, Conor Sheary scored an overtime goal to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 2-0 lead in the 2016 Stanley Cup Final. Pittsburgh was riding high heading into Game 2 of the Cup Final, having beaten the Sharks in a Game 1 thriller and were looking to defend their home ice and head […]
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