Max Sasson made the score for the Vancouver Canucks. He assisted on a play that led to Paul Cotter's deciding play. The Vancouver team defeated the Oilers with a final score of 6-5 against the Oilers. Sasson's goal was directed at Oilers' Tristan Jarry. The Canucks' success came against a poorly playing Oilers. This was the Oilers' coach's initial match. The sports network reported on the game.