The Maple Leafs had a big comeback win last night, defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in overtime on a goal by Auston Matthews. That’s the fourth win in a row against the Oilers after the three in a row a month ago. They Leafs have a chance to make it five wins in a row in their next game tomorrow. Here’s our recap of last night’s game.

Leafs take the Oilers to overtime and beat them with a beauty

Matthews OT winner may have come from his high hockey IQ and shooting skill, or maybe he had some special equipment imbued with magic hockey skill bonuses?

None of that would have mattered if William Nylander hadn’t tied the game late in the third period. Let’s watch that one again.

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Speaking of ex-Leafs scoring hat tricks, Phil the Thrill got one last night too with a classic Kessel wrist shot.

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