THE SPORTSMISTAKES RECORD

Steve Smith Own Goal

1980 • NHL • Player Mistake • Hockey Mistake
Steve Smith Own Goal — SportsMistakes artwork

THE STORY

On April 30, 1986, during Game 7 of the Smythe Division Finals between the Edmonton Oilers and the Calgary Flames, Oilers defenseman Steve Smith attempted to clear the puck from behind his net. The puck struck goaltender Grant Fuhr's leg and deflected into the net, resulting in a 3-2 victory for the Flames and eliminating the Oilers from the playoffs. (latimes.com)

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WHY IT MATTERS

This own goal ended the Oilers' quest for a third consecutive Stanley Cup and remains a significant moment in NHL history.

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