Buffalo came back from a two-goal deficit to beat Minnesota 3-2 in overtime on Oct. 6. Owen Power put in the winner past regulation to cap a furious rally in the final frame that forced extra time. The Sabres trailed for most of the night before finding life late in regulation.
In Montreal, Carolina defeated the home side 6-4 in their home opener. Taylor Hall put up a two-goal night for the Hurricanes, who took control as the goals piled up at the Bell Centre.