Oilers Survive Flames in Overtime Marathon

Dramatic Game 5 Victory Sets Up Battle of Alberta Finale

Nugent-Hopkins' Heroics Propel Edmonton to Brink of Series Clinch

In a thrilling overtime marathon, the Edmonton Oilers emerged victorious over the Calgary Flames in Game 5 of their second-round NHL playoff series. The contest stretched into triple overtime, with Nugent-Hopkins finally delivering the game-winning goal at 11:51 of the third extra period. The win puts the Oilers one step away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals, while the Flames now face elimination.

Stuart Skinner was brilliant in goal for Edmonton, stopping 33 of 37 shots. Sam Gagners goal in the first period proved to be the game-winner, as the Oilers held on for the narrow victory. The win was all the more impressive considering the Oilers were playing their second straight home game in as many nights.

The series now shifts back to Calgary for Game 6 on Saturday night. The Flames will be desperate to force a Game 7, while the Oilers will look to close out the series and advance to the next round.