Date: March 19, 2026
By IceHockeyMan Newsroom
The NHL schedule on March 19 delivered six games with multiple overtime and shootout finishes, highlighting how fine the margins have become across the league. Several matchups required extra time, while others showcased strong efficiency and disciplined defensive play.
Finishing ability and goaltending once again proved decisive. Teams that capitalized on limited chances or maintained composure in overtime and shootouts secured key victories despite being outshot in several matchups.
Final Scores
Carolina Hurricanes 6 - 5 Pittsburgh Penguins (OT)
New York Rangers 3 - 6 New Jersey Devils
Washington Capitals 4 - 1 Ottawa Senators
Calgary Flames 2 - 1 St. Louis Blues (SO)
Colorado Avalanche 1 - 2 Dallas Stars (SO)
Anaheim Ducks 2 - 3 Philadelphia Flyers (OT)
Game-by-Game Breakdown
Carolina Hurricanes 6 - 5 Pittsburgh Penguins
A high-scoring game where Carolina generated more pressure and controlled shot volume. Pittsburgh remained efficient, but the Hurricanes pushed the pace and secured the win in overtime.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 44 - 35
Shots off Target: 22 - 7
Shooting %: 13.64% - 14.29%
Blocked Shots: 16 - 9
Goalkeeper Saves: 30 - 38
Save %: 85.71% - 86.36%
Penalties: 5 - 3
PIM: 10 - 6
New York Rangers 3 - 6 New Jersey Devils
The Devils dominated offensively, heavily outshooting the Rangers and controlling the flow of the game. New Jersey’s sustained pressure and higher shot volume translated into a convincing win.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 17 - 39
Shots off Target: 12 - 18
Shooting %: 17.65% - 15.38%
Blocked Shots: 13 - 8
Goalkeeper Saves: 33 - 14
Save %: 84.62% - 82.35%
Penalties: 4 - 2
PIM: 8 - 4
Washington Capitals 4 - 1 Ottawa Senators
Washington showed strong efficiency, converting a high percentage of their chances despite being outshot. Ottawa controlled volume but failed to break through consistent goaltending.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 25 - 35
Shots off Target: 19 - 22
Shooting %: 16% - 2.86%
Blocked Shots: 12 - 20
Goalkeeper Saves: 34 - 21
Save %: 97.14% - 91.3%
Penalties: 3 - 2
PIM: 6 - 4
Calgary Flames 2 - 1 St. Louis Blues
A tightly contested defensive game that extended to a shootout. Both teams displayed strong goaltending, with Calgary edging the result through slightly better execution.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 31 - 27
Shots off Target: 9 - 13
Shooting %: 3.23% - 3.7%
Blocked Shots: 11 - 9
Goalkeeper Saves: 26 - 30
Save %: 96.3% - 96.77%
Penalties: 5 - 7
PIM: 10 - 14
Colorado Avalanche 1 - 2 Dallas Stars
Colorado controlled shot volume but struggled to convert chances. Dallas relied on elite goaltending and capitalized in the shootout to secure the win.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 34 - 18
Shots off Target: 18 - 17
Shooting %: 2.94% - 5.56%
Blocked Shots: 20 - 6
Goalkeeper Saves: 17 - 33
Save %: 94.44% - 97.06%
Penalties: 3 - 3
PIM: 6 - 6
Anaheim Ducks 2 - 3 Philadelphia Flyers
Philadelphia relied on efficiency and strong goaltending to secure an overtime win. Anaheim generated more attempts, but the Flyers converted key chances at critical moments.Stat Box
Shots on Goal: 36 - 27
Shots off Target: 17 - 25
Shooting %: 5.56% - 11.11%
Blocked Shots: 18 - 11
Goalkeeper Saves: 24 - 34
Save %: 88.89% - 94.44%
Penalties: 6 - 6
PIM: 15 - 15
Coach Mark Comment
This game day clearly showed that shot volume alone does not guarantee success. Colorado and Ottawa controlled possession but lost due to poor finishing and strong opposing goaltending. Teams like Washington and Philadelphia proved that efficiency and timing remain the most important factors in modern hockey.
Q&A
Which game had the highest scoring output?
The Carolina vs Pittsburgh game produced eleven goals and was the most offensive matchup of the night.
Which team showed the best goaltending performance?
Dallas recorded a 97.06% save percentage, the highest among all teams.
Which team dominated shot volume the most?
New Jersey outshot the Rangers 39 to 17, controlling the entire game.
Which game was the tightest defensively?
The Calgary vs St. Louis matchup was the most defensive, with only one goal per team in regulation.