Hall’s overtime goal gives Hurricanes 2-0 series lead
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Raleigh, N.C. — Taylor Hall scored at 18:54 of overtime Monday night to lift the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game 2 of the second-round NHL playoff series. Seth Jarvis had tied the game at 11:21 of the third period after the Flyers opened with two early goals.
The win gave Carolina a 2-0 series lead and improved the Hurricanes’ postseason record, with Frederik Andersen credited with 34 saves while Flyers goalie Dan Vladar finished with 39 stops. The series shifts to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Thursday, where both teams will adjust strategy and prepare for the next matchup.
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Timeline
- 1. Flyers score twice early in Game 2 (Drysdale, Couturier) to lead 2-0.
- 2. Nikolaj Ehlers scores for Carolina in the first period to cut the lead.
- 3. Seth Jarvis scores at 11:21 of the third period to tie the game 2-2.
- 4. Taylor Hall scores at 18:54 of overtime to win Game 2, 3-2.
- 5. Series moves to Philadelphia for Game 3 on Thursday.
Why it matters
If you're a Hurricanes fan, this win is a big deal. It puts Carolina in a strong position to advance in the playoffs. For Flyers fans, it's a tough loss, but the series isn't over yet. Game 3 is a chance to bounce back.
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