In an exciting NHL season opener, the Calgary Flames staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 6-5 in overtime. Connor Zary scored the game-winning goal just 1:33 into overtime, capping off a rally from a 3-0 deficit early in the first period. Anthony Mantha led the Flames with a goal and an assist, while Rasmus Andersson and Jonathan Huberdeau also contributed crucial goals. The Canucks initially held a 4-1 lead, with Brock Boeser netting two goals, but ultimately faltered as they allowed four unanswered goals. Flames goalie Dan Vladar, despite a shaky start giving up four goals on 15 shots, made 20 saves to secure the win. J.T. Miller's late equalizer for the Canucks was not enough to prevent the Flames from taking the game in overtime.