Game 4 Thriller Extends Series
The Carolina Hurricanes rallied in the third period to beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3, tying the Stanley Cup Final at two games apiece and keeping alive their hope of ending a two‑decade championship drought.
Jordan Staal opened the scoring for Carolina with a timely goal that marked his fourth consecutive game in the final, the first player to achieve that feat in 44 years.
Joining Staal on the scoresheet were Nikolaj Ehlers, Jackson Blake and Logan Stankoven, while Mark Stone, William Karlsson and Brett Howden replied for the Knights.
Goalie Debut and Coaching Strategy
Coach Rod Brind'Amour opted to rest veteran Frederik Andersen and gave Brandon Bussi his first start; the rookie stopped 18 of 21 shots, but the team still secured the win.
With two home games still possible, Carolina now has the chance to capture its first Stanley Cup since 2006, while Vegas looks to force a Game 6 on the road.