What happened: Edmonton erased a 5-4 deficit in the final 10:40 of regulation to force overtime against Vancouver. Evan Bouchard scored three goals for Edmonton.
Why it matters: The comeback secured at least one point on opening night with a second point available in overtime. Bouchard became the first defenseman with a hat trick in a season opener since Mark Howe in 1980.
By the numbers: Bouchard: 3 goals. Last defenseman hat trick in a season opener: 1980. Score with 10:40 left in 3rd: Canucks 5, Oilers 4. Score at end of regulation: 5-5.
What to watch: Overtime will decide the winner and the opening-night record for both clubs.