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Blake OT goal sends Hurricanes into Eastern Conference finals

PUBLISHED May 9, 2026, 11:09 PM ET

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PHILADELPHIA — Jackson Blake scored 5:28 into overtime for his second goal of the game, lifting the Carolina Hurricanes to a 3-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers this week and completing a four-game sweep. Frederik Andersen made 15 saves as Carolina finished the series unbeaten, securing advancement to the Eastern Conference finals. The Hurricanes, now unbeaten in eight playoff games, will play the winner of the Buffalo-Montreal series in the Eastern Conference finals; reporters noted this is the NHL's first 8-0 playoff start since 1985. Philadelphia scored just five goals across the four games, and Carolina remains in pursuit of its first Stanley Cup since 2006.

By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Carolina and Philadelphia met in a playoff series; Carolina entered with recent postseason success.
Logan Stankoven and Jackson Blake contributed key goals during regulation and overtime.
Jackson Blake scored at 5:28 of overtime to win Game 4 and clinch the series.
Frederik Andersen recorded 15 saves, finishing an eight-game unbeaten playoff streak.
Carolina advanced to the Eastern Conference finals and will face the Buffalo/Montreal winner.

News Intelligence

The Hurricanes' unbeaten streak is historic. It's the first 8-0 playoff start in the NHL since
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If you're a fan, it's a thrilling time. If you're new to hockey, this is a great team to watch. Check out the Eastern Conference finals.

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Who Benefited

The Carolina Hurricanes benefited by completing a four-game sweep over the Philadelphia Flyers, advancing to the Eastern Conference finals and gaining momentum and playoff positioning for a Cup run.

Who Impacted

The Philadelphia Flyers suffered elimination from the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs after a four-game series loss, ending their postseason and concluding the team's playoff campaign.

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Who Benefited

The Carolina Hurricanes benefited by completing a four-game sweep over the Philadelphia Flyers, advancing to the Eastern Conference finals and gaining momentum and playoff positioning for a Cup run.

Who Impacted

The Philadelphia Flyers suffered elimination from the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs after a four-game series loss, ending their postseason and concluding the team's playoff campaign.