Unusual Assist: Fan Throws Nachos on Ice, Distracts NHL Goalie
During Tuesday night’s game between the Edmonton Oilers and the Washington Capitals, Corey Perry of the Oilers had an assist that will surely be remembered as one of the most unusual in his career. Trailing 3-1 in the third period, Leon Draisaitl passed the puck to Perry, who managed to beat Capitals goalie Logan Thompson and bring the Oilers within one goal.
However, the play took an unexpected turn when Thompson complained to the officials that something had been thrown onto the ice before the pass was made. It turns out that the distraction was none other than a platter of nachos. Yes, you read that right – someone in the stands threw nachos onto the ice, causing a momentary disruption in the game.
Capitals coach Spencer Carbery couldn’t help but express his surprise at the incident, stating, “That’s a first. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a nachos-on-the-ice situation in a National Hockey League game. Did they save them? Maybe we can bring them into the locker room.” The replay of the play showed Perry skillfully maneuvering around the fallen nachos to score the goal.
Thompson, the Capitals goalie, admitted that he should have stayed focused and played until the whistle, regardless of the distraction. Reflecting on the incident, he said, “I’ve never seen that before. Obviously, I’ve got to play to the whistle. That one’s on me.” He also mentioned that he saw the fan who threw the nachos and described him as unhappy, suggesting that the fan may have been an Oilers supporter.
Interestingly, Perry himself confessed that he hadn’t even noticed the platter of nachos during the play. It seems that his focus was solely on finding the back of the net.
Despite the bizarre interruption, the Capitals managed to hold on to their 3-2 lead and extend their winning streak to five games. On the other hand, the Oilers suffered their second consecutive loss, marking their first since star forward Connor McDavid received a three-game suspension for cross-checking.
In conclusion, this game between the Oilers and the Capitals will be remembered not only for the on-ice action but also for the unexpected nacho incident that briefly diverted everyone’s attention. It serves as a reminder that even in professional sports, unexpected moments can occur, adding an element of surprise and entertainment to the game.
