BALASHIKHA, Russia (Interstat) — Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg defeated Avangard Omsk 3-2 in overtime Thursday night in a Kontinental Hockey League matchup at Balashikha Arena. Roman Gorbunov scored twice for the visitors, including the opening goal in the first period. Avangard responded with second-period goals from Nikolai Prokhorkin and Andrew Poturalski to take a lead. Alexander Sharov tied the game for Avtomobilist late in the third period, forcing overtime where the visitors secured the win. Goaltender Vladimir Galkin made 33 saves for Avtomobilist. The victory improved Avtomobilist’s record to 30-22, while Avangard fell to 35-16. The teams will meet again on Feb. 24 in Yekaterinburg.