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Edmonton Oilers Defeat Vancouver Canucks in Game 7 of 2024 NHL Playoffs
Canucks Fall in Heartbreaking Series Decider
Nugent-Hopkins, Hyman, and Ceci Lead Oilers to Victory
The Edmonton Oilers have advanced to the Western Conference Finals after a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks in Game 7 of their second-round series.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins scored the game-winning goal midway through the second period, while Zach Hyman and Cody Ceci also found the back of the net for the Oilers.
The Canucks, who were playing their first Game 7 in seven years, fought valiantly but ultimately came up short.
Game Recap
The Oilers dominated the first period, outshooting the Canucks 15-4 and getting the opening goal from Hyman just over five minutes in.
The Canucks responded in the second period with two goals of their own from Elias Pettersson and Conor Garland.
However, the Oilers regained the lead late in the second period when Nugent-Hopkins scored his game-winning goal.
Ceci added an empty-net goal in the final minute to seal the victory.
Key Stats
- The Oilers outshot the Canucks 31-24.
- Nugent-Hopkins led the Oilers with one goal and one assist.
- Canucks goalie Thatcher Demko made 28 saves.
What's Next?
The Oilers will face the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Finals. Game 1 is scheduled for Tuesday, June 4, in Denver.
The Canucks are eliminated from the playoffs.