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Staal nets wild winner as Hurricanes even series
Key takeaways
- "Hectic like the series has been," Carolina goalie Brandon Bussi told ABC of Staal's goal.
- Game 5 is Thursday night at Carolina, which will potentially have two games on home ice to win its first Cup in two decades.
- A two-goal lead had disappeared in all four games in what has been a remarkable series in which momentum often changes at a moment's notice.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
LAS VEGAS -- Jordan Staal scored his second goal of the game while stretched out on his stomach at 6:32 of the third period to put the Carolina Hurricanes ahead for good in their 5-3 victory Tuesday night over the Vegas Golden Knights, evening the Stanley Cup Final after four games.
"Hectic like the series has been," Carolina goalie Brandon Bussi told ABC of Staal's goal. "He's a big-time player. He leads us every day. He plays the right way and is rewarded."
Game 5 is Thursday night at Carolina, which will potentially have two games on home ice to win its first Cup in two decades. The Golden Knights are searching for their second in four years.
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