High-Stakes Playoff Action in NHL: Key Games Emerge

NEWARK, N.J. — The NHL playoffs continued Tuesday night with high-stakes matchups, as teams battled for survival and dominance in their series. In a critical Game 5, the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the New Jersey Devils in double overtime, effectively ending New Jersey’s postseason run.

Carolina rallied from a 3-0 deficit, with key goals from Logan Stankoven, Taylor Hall, Jackson Blake, and Andrei Svechnikov. After tying the game, Sebastian Aho scored on a power play that came during a critical moment, turning the tide in favor of the Hurricanes.

Meanwhile, in Toronto, the Ottawa Senators managed to stay alive in their series against the Maple Leafs, shutting them out 4-0. Jake Sanderson shone defensively, helping to stifle Toronto’s star players. The Senators have now forced a Game 6.

In another pivotal game, the Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings, putting the Kings in a tough spot in the series. Key players like Mattias Janmark found the net for Edmonton, capitalizing on crucial moments during the game.

The Vegas Golden Knights secured a win in overtime against the Minnesota Wild, maintaining the pressure in their tight series. Ryan Hartman’s would-be game-winning goal for Minnesota was called back after video reviews, leaving the crowd in suspense before Vegas scored the final goal.

The playoffs have been intense, with teams facing elimination and the stakes rising higher as each round progresses. As the postseason continues, teams must dig deep to find victories that could make or break their seasons.