Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour made history on Wednesday night, scoring the fastest goal in NHL overtime history just four seconds into the extra period to secure a
Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour made history on Wednesday night, scoring the fastest goal in NHL overtime history just four seconds into the extra period to secure a thrilling 5-4 comeback victory over the Montreal Canadiens.
The game-winning goal came immediately after Chandler Stephenson won the opening faceoff of overtime, sending the puck to Montour. Wasting no time, Montour streaked down the ice and fired a precise shot past Montreal goaltender Jakub Dobes, finding the upper-right corner of the net. His lightning-fast goal tied the NHL record for the quickest goal to start any period, a feat previously accomplished in regulation by Claude Provost (1957), Denis Savard (1986), and James van Riemsdyk (2014).
Seattle had to claw its way back from a two-goal deficit in the third period. Rookie Jani Nyman, making his NHL debut, sparked the comeback with a power-play goal at the 9:07 mark. The momentum continued when Matty Beniers tipped in a powerful shot from Vince Dunn with just 2:12 remaining in regulation, tying the game at 4-4 and sending it to overtime.
Montour was instrumental throughout the night, opening the scoring just 4:14 into the game and adding two assists before netting his historic overtime goal. Eeli Tolvanen also contributed with his career-high 19th goal of the season, while goaltender Joey Daccord made 21 saves to keep Seattle in contention.
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Despite the loss, the Montreal Canadiens showcased a strong offensive effort, scoring four consecutive goals to take a 4-2 lead. Juraj Slafkovsky led the charge with two goals, while Patrik Laine and Alex Newhook also found the back of the net. Dobes faced a relentless Kraken attack, finishing with 30 saves but ultimately unable to stop Montour’s record-setting shot.
Montour’s overtime goal adds his name to NHL history, highlighting his ability to perform in clutch moments. The previous fastest overtime goal record stood at five seconds, making Montour’s goal a groundbreaking achievement. His speed, precision, and confidence under pressure played a key role in Seattle’s victory.
Seattle’s comeback win strengthens their position in the playoff race, demonstrating resilience and depth in their lineup. The addition of Montour has provided a significant boost to their defensive and offensive game, making them a formidable contender in the Western Conference.
For the Canadiens, the loss serves as a tough setback, but their strong offensive showing gives them positives to build on moving forward. Young stars like Slafkovsky continue to develop, giving Montreal fans hope for the future.
Brandon Montour’s record-breaking goal will be remembered as one of the fastest and most electrifying moments in NHL history. His heroics helped Seattle complete an impressive comeback and secure a crucial victory. As the season progresses, the Kraken will look to build on this momentum, while Montreal will aim to rebound from the heartbreaking loss.
