**Boeser's Hat Trick and Lindholm's OT Goal Propel Canucks Past Predators for Series Edge** - In a thrilling comeback, the Vancouver Canucks edged out the Nashville Predators 4-3 in overtime, courtesy of Brock Boeser's playoff hat trick, which featured a dramatic late game-tying goal and the overtime clincher. - Elias Lindholm's quick overtime goal, just 1:02 into the extra period, advanced the Canucks to a 3-1 lead in the series, pushing the Predators to the verge of playoff exit. - Contributing to Vancouver's offense, J.T. Miller provided three assists while goalie Arturs Silovs saved 27 shots in a standout NHL playoff debut. - Despite efforts from Filip Forsberg, Gustav Nyquist, and Mark Jankowski, who each scored a goal, Nashville couldn't hold onto their lead late in the third period. - Making NHL history, the Canucks are the second team ever to win their first three postseason games with three different goaltenders taking the net.

Sunday, April 28th, 2024

In a stunning turn of events in Nashville, Brock Boeser elevated his playoff performance dramatically, leading the Vancouver Canucks to a thrilling 4-3 win over the Predators in overtime. Boeser's hat trick, including two critical goals in the final moments of the game, quieted the energetic Nashville fans.

The deciding goal came from Elias Lindholm's wrist shot, set up by Conor Garland, merely 1:02 into the extra period, which solidified the Canucks' series advantage at 3-1. Boeser shared that he capitalized on a chance in the dying seconds of the game to force overtime.

The Predators were ahead 2-1 before losing their grip due to a third-period defensive lapse. Though Filip Forsberg, Gustav Nyquist, and Mark Jankowski each found the back of the net, their contributions were not enough to secure a win.

In his first playoff appearance, Arturs Silovs stood tall in the net for the Canucks, stopping 27 shots. This feat meant he was the third goalie for the team to secure a win in this series, marking a rare achievement in NHL history where a team saw three different goalkeepers winning their first three playoff matches.

The game began amidst the electrifying atmosphere of Smashville, highlighted by Little Big Town's rendition of the national anthem and the tossing of seven catfish onto the ice. The excitement was further amplified by NFL quarterback Will Levis, who made headlines by kissing a catfish in front of the crowd.

This victory marked a significant milestone for the Canucks, being their first playoff win after overcoming a two-goal deficit in the third period since 2003. Predators captain Roman Josi reflected on the defeat as an extraordinary and unexpected turn of events.

Looking ahead, the Canucks are poised for an opportunity to clinch their first playoff series win since 2020 in the

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