Hurricanes Trigger Game 6 by Overcoming Rangers 4-1 with Four Goals in the Third Period

Monday, May 13th, 2024

In the third period of Monday's second-round playoff series Game 5, Jordan Staal and Yevgeny Kuznetsov netted goals that propelled the Carolina Hurricanes to a 4-1 win against the New York Rangers. Despite an unsuccessful power play attempts tallying 0 for 3, the Hurricanes surged with a quartet of goals in the final period, ensuring they avoided elimination for another game.

Staal's effort equalized the score at 1-1, before Kuznetsov placed Carolina in the lead. Additional third-period goals from Jordan Martinook and Martin Necas clinched the victory. On the Rangers' side, Jacob Trouba managed a short-handed goal, while goalie Igor Shesterkin made 24 saves.

The initial period ended without any goals, though the Hurricanes had a slim 10-9 advantage in shots attempted. Both teams' goalkeepers showcased formidable skills, with Andersen thwarting a chance by Chris Kreider and Shesterkin repelling multiple attempts by Staal.

During the second period, New York edged ahead with Trouba capitalizing on a 2-on-1 break to make it 1-0. Carolina had opportunities with two power plays but didn't convert. Nevertheless, their decisive response in the third period ensured a victory and the extension of the series, setting the stage for Game 6 to take place in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday.

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