Jamie McGinn scored late in the third period to tie the game, and the Colorado Avalanche would go on to win in a shootout over Buffalo Wednesday night.
Red Wings Vs. Ducks: Kyle Palmieri’s 2 Goals Fuel Anaheim To 4-0 Win Over Detroit


Mar 14, 2012; Anaheim, CA, USA; Anaheim Ducks right wing Kyle Palmieri (51) celebrates with his team after he scores a goal against the Detroit Red Wings during the second period at the Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-US PRESSWIRE With the Ducks already up 3-0 going into the third, Palmieri topped off the scoring with another backhand goal where he changed speeds up and danced around the Detroit defense, making the play look rather easy.
“I think I have to keep him a little longer,” said Selanne about Palmieri. “He brings good karma here. Good luck. That’s what we need.” (via Eric Stephens)
Read Article >NHL Scores: Oilers Blank Blue Jackets; Coyotes Outlast Canucks

Getty ImagesAfter the game, Hall said (via the Edmonton Journal):
The Oilers are still 29th in points with 61, but that’s a 10-point lead over the Blue Jackets.
Read Article >Avalanche Vs. Sabres: Jamie McGinn Ties Game Late, Semyon Varlamov Shines In Shootout As Colorado Steals Win

Getty ImagesVarlamov is a mind-boggling 8-0 in shootouts this season.
Basically buried two weeks ago as dead and gone, the Avs have since posted a 9-3-0 mark to climb right back into the thick of the race. By virtue of the win, Colorado jumped from the 11th spot to eighth and back into a playoff position in the ultra-tight West.
Read Article >Senators Vs. Canadiens: Carey Price Exceptional In SO Victory

PresswireDespite the Senators outshooting the Canadiens 34-26 at the end of regulation, the two teams would head for overtime still tied, and both Price and Bishop would make key saves to keep their teams alive through the extra period.
Desharnais would score his second goal of the game with a deceptive shot through Bishop’s legs, while Jason Spezza was denied on his attempt.
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