Nashville Predators Secure Overtime Win in Tough Battle Against Columbus Blue Jackets

Saturday, October 26th, 2024

In an overtime victory, Jonathan Marchessault secured a 4-3 win for the Nashville Predators against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Contributions to Nashville's score came from Filip Forsberg, Cole Smith, and Alexandre Carrier, while Scott Wedgewood stood strong with 25 saves. After a rocky start with five losses, the Predators have now enjoyed a three-game winning streak.

Goals for Columbus were netted by Kirill Marchenko, Zachary Aston-Reese, and Zach Werenski, with Daniil Tarasov making 29 saves.

Marchessault initiated his game-winning move from the right boards during overtime, advancing to the slot and successfully placing the puck past Tarasov.

Heading into the third period, Columbus held a 2-1 lead. However, Nashville's persistence paid off as they managed to push the game into overtime, claiming victory over a Columbus team that had the advantage of more rest.

Smith found the back of the net 26 seconds into the third period, leveling the score at 2-2 and marking his first goal of the season.

Historically, Nashville's Bridgestone Arena has posed a challenge for the Blue Jackets, with their record now standing at 9-36-1-7 over 53 games played in Nashville.

Looking ahead, Columbus will begin a three-game series at home on Monday against Edmonton. Meanwhile, the Predators are set to visit Tampa Bay for a match against the Lightning, marking Steven Stamkos' first encounter with the team that drafted him in 2008.

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