Recap: Canes One Win From The Cup After Game 5 Victory
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Key Points:
- The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 5 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final, taking a 3-2 series lead, highlighted by Andrei Svechnikov's two power-play goals and Nikolaj Ehlers' three assists.
- After conceding an early goal due to a delay-of-game penalty, the Hurricanes responded with goals from Jordan Staal, Svechnikov, Sebastian Aho, and Svechnikov again to build and maintain their lead.
- Goaltender Brandon Bussi made 23 saves on 25 shots, securing his second career playoff win in as many starts, helping Carolina hold off Vegas despite a late goal from Pavel Dorofeyev.
- Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour praised Bussi's calm performance, while players emphasized improved second-period play, simple execution, and team chemistry as keys to their victory.
- With the series shifting to Vegas, Carolina is one win away from capturing the Stanley Cup, with players expressing focus and determination to close out the championship.