"Candidate for Save of the Year." Goaltender thrilled the NHL with a great reaction
Russian goalie Yaroslav Askarov made a remarkable save during an NHL game against Ottawa, earning praise as a "candidate for save of the year". Despite San Jose leading 4-1, Ottawa had a chance to come back during a power play. A quick pass from Tom Stützle to Drake Batherson set up a shot on an open net, but Askarov miraculously deflected the puck with his glove. Commentators expressed their excitement, calling the save "brilliant" and "incredible". Ottawa managed to score in the third period, but San Jose secured a 6-2 victory with two late goals.