Hurricanes rally to split series in overtime, heading into Game 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime, evening the Stanley Cup Final at one game apiece heading into Game 3 on the road. The Hurricanes showcased resilience, securing their 13th win following a loss, and maintaining an undefeated record in postseason overtime and away games. The victory came after they had trailed in the second period but managed a strong performance in the third, with goals from Jordan Staal and Seth Jarvis. Carolina looks to continue their momentum in the upcoming match while aiming to improve their power play efficiency after struggling in the postseason so far.
- •Hurricanes improve to 13-2 in playoffs with recent win.
- •Team rallies from being down two goals in third period.
- •Seth Jarvis scores game-winner in overtime on power play.
- •Carolina remains undefeated in postseason overtime, including road games.
- •Next game is Game 3 of Stanley Cup Final on June 6.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Hurricanes thriving in high-pressure playoff settings as Stanley Cup Final shifts West for Game 3
"The Carolina Hurricanes have spent months regrouping quickly after losses and they have proven unshaken by the challenge of playing in hostile arenas or in next-goal-wins extra time. If anything, they seem to be thriving on it with a perfect record in overtime and road games in the postseason, along with avoiding consecutive losses since mid-January. The Hurricanes improved to 13-2 in the playoffs in dramatic fashion Thursday, rallying from a two-goal deficit in the third period to win 4-3 in overtime and split the first two games of the best-of-seven series.
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