The tank battle went almost how you would expect it to go. Both teams played terrible hockey for stretches and somehow managed to make the game go to overtime. The Jackets ultimately picked up the victory despite blowing a third period lead. Here’s what happened.
1st Period
There was little defense early on in the game as both teams traded chances. Both teams combined for 20 shot attempts in the first 7 minutes.
Berni went off for hooking to give the Sharks the first power play of the night. Barabanov cleaned up a rebound to give them the early lead.