In a dramatic turn of events during the Flyers vs. Capitals game, Erik Johnson, a veteran with a Stanley Cup ring, initially credited with a game-tying goal, was later confirmed to have been deflected by Sean Couturier, ending his 24-game drought. The goal, scored at 12:29, was first thought to be solely by Johnson due to his net-front deflection, but further review attributed it to Couturier with Johnson assisting. The game was tied at 1-1 in the second period.
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Looks like the NHL switched the Flyers' goal to Erik Johnson. Sean Couturier still gets an assist.
Flyers' goal now credited to Erik Johnson -- changed from Couturier.
Goal is being credited to Sean Couturier. https://t.co/fdSYffLaRW
Erik Johnson (@6ErikJohnson) tips it home for the @NHLFlyers and we're all knotted up! 🪢 https://t.co/sKZNErcMIF
Erik Johnson gets a piece at the last second to tie this thing up 😤 https://t.co/CJ1TJk5jjB
Point shot by Zamula and Couturier, who also in front. apparently deflected it and not Johnson. Goal credited to Couturier, ending a 24-game drought. https://t.co/BStseTMVzl
Erik Johnson with the game-tying goal for the Flyers!
Erik Johnson, yes this is not a typo, with a deflection in front. Ties the game at 1
Eric Johnson with the game tying goal for the Flyers!
🚨 TIED UP! 🚨 Erik Johnson ties the game at 12:29 with a net front deflection. #WSHvsPHI | #LetsGoFlyers https://t.co/H5E48RSumc
Erik Johnson, of all people, tips in Zamula’s drive. #Flyers
Erik Johnson, the vet with a Stanley Cup ring, gets a deflection in front. The Flyers and Capitals are tied 1-1 in second period.
Flyers tie it on a deflection.
Flyers tie it on deflection by Erik Johnson who was net front. 1-1 at 12:29.
Flyers tie it up. I believe it was Erik Johnson(!) with the deflection goal. It's 1-1.
Tie game. #Flyers