Instant Reaction: Sharks score three unanswered in the third, beat Canucks 3-2

The San Jose Sharks mounted a third-period comeback by scoring three unanswered goals to defeat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 on October 29, 2026. Vancouver initially built a 2-0 lead through goals from Drew O'Connor in the first period and Liam Öhgren late in the second frame. Goaltender Leevi Meriläinen kept San Jose scoreless across the opening 40 minutes before the Sharks broke through.

San Jose rallied behind two consecutive goals from Will Smith, the first on a power play and the second assisted by Macklin Celebrini. Just 11 seconds after the tying goal, Mason Marchment scored off the rush to give the Sharks the decisive lead, handing Vancouver a regulation defeat despite a late 6-on-4 opportunity.