Joe Pavelski helps former teammate Tomas Hertl snap brutal goal drought at perfect time
Tomas Hertl scored the game-winning goal for the Vegas Golden Knights in their 5-4 victory over the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final. This goal marked Hertl's second game-winner in three games, following a significant 29-game goal drought earlier in the postseason. His former teammate, Joe Pavelski, reached out to offer support and advice during this challenging period.
- ▪Tomas Hertl scored the game-winning goal in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.
- ▪Hertl had previously endured a 29-game goal drought earlier in the postseason.
- ▪Joe Pavelski, Hertl's former teammate, provided encouragement and advice during his struggles.
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OutKick-Sports Joe Pavelski helps former teammate Tomas Hertl snap brutal goal drought at perfect time Hertl has now scored two game-winners in three games after Vegas beat Carolina 5-4 in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final By Matt Reigle OutKick Published June 3, 2026 4:55pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video NFL players sound like little girls now | Don't @ Me w/Dan Dakich Dan Dakich reacts to AJ Brown's comments about his dissolved relationship with former QB Jalen Hurts The Stanley Cup Final got off to a hot start on Tuesday night with a wild shootout between the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights, with the latter coming away with a 5-4 win.
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