It was the kind of game the Carolina Hurricanes could still be discussing in February or March, especially if they’re just a few points out of playoff position.
The Canes had a 3-2 lead in the third period Sunday against the Anaheim Ducks, with only five minutes left in regulation. Seal the win and it would give then a 5-4-1 record for October, more than acceptable given the schedule.
Then, the way it unfolded. The Ducks tying the score to force overtime. The Canes’ Sebastian Aho and Victor Rask getting breakaways in overtime, only to be stopped by Ducks goalie Ryan Miller.