- The Edmonton Oilers cemented their place in the Western Conference Final for the first time since 2006 after defeating the Calgary Flames 5-4 in overtime in a chaotic Game 5 on Thursday night.
With four points, Oilers star Leon Draisaitl led the way, while Connor McDavid's overtime winner put an end to the Flames' season.
- There was plenty of drama in this NHL Playoffs, after each club lighted the lamp twice in 1:11 during the second period, the two clubs set an NHL record for the fastest four goals scored in a playoff game.
The Edmonton Oilers will face the Colorado Avalanche as they beat St. Louis Blues in the conference finals.
- In the third period, Flames forward Blake Coleman had a goal disallowed due to a kicking action, depriving Calgary a late lead.
- In the tense match, both goaltenders had save percentages below.900. Mike Smith saved 32 of 36 shots, while Jacob Markstrom made 30 saves on 35 attempts.
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