Penguins overcome Canadiens with Malkin's overtime goal
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Pittsburgh Penguins edged the Montreal Canadiens 6-5 in overtime on October 3, 2026. After trailing 1-0 and being outshot in the first period, the Penguins dominated the second, scoring five goals to take a 5-1 lead. Montreal rallied in the third period with four goals, tying the game. Evgeni Malkin netted the overtime winner, marking the Penguins' second victory of the season.
- •Penguins outshot Canadiens 21-5 after the first period.
- •Montreal scored four goals in the third to tie the game.
- •Evgeni Malkin scored twice, including the overtime winner.
- •Game took place in Pittsburgh.
- •Pittsburgh is undefeated this season.
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"The Pittsburgh Penguins (2-0-0) were being outshot 7-1 in the first period and trailed 1-0 before the game turned. And it turned in a big way as the Penguins then outshot the Montreal Canadiens (1-0-1) 21-5 over the next 30 minutes, racing to a 5-1 lead later in the second period.
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