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Kitchener rallies to beat Erie Otters in overtime during home opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 4:23 AM

Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Kitchener rallies to beat Erie Otters in overtime during home opener

Summary

The Erie Otters led 3-0 in their Ontario Hockey League home opener against the Kitchener Rangers on September 26. However, Kitchener equalized, eventually winning 4-3 in overtime thanks to Tanner Lam's goal just 58 seconds into the extra period. Goaltender David Egorov, who recorded 35 saves, was unable to secure the victory despite the Otters' early advantage. Following the loss, coach Kris Mallette expressed the team's frustration but noted they had accumulated five points over three games to start the season. The Otters will next visit Peterborough on October 1.

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By the Numbers

•Erie Otters led 3-0 midway through the first period
•Kitchener Rangers tied the game and won 4-3 in overtime
•David Egorov had 35 saves in his debut for Erie
•Kitchener scored the winning goal just 58 seconds into overtime
•Erie will play Peterborough on October 1

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4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Early goals not enough for Erie Otters in home-opening loss to Kitchener

What they're saying

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A three-goal lead wasn't enough for the Erie Otters, who lost to the Kitchener Rangers in overtime of Saturday's home opener for their new OHL season.
— Yahoo Sports

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