Dorofeyev's overtime goal puts Golden Knights one away
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Las Vegas — Pavel Dorofeyev scored at 4:10 of overtime Tuesday, giving the Vegas Golden Knights a 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks in Game 5 of the Western Conference Second Round at T-Mobile Arena. Dorofeyev’s goal, his second of the game, sent Vegas to a 3-2 series lead and ended the contest in sudden-death overtime. The win moves the Golden Knights one victory away from the Western Conference Final; Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday in Anaheim. Anaheim’s Olen Zellweger scored a late tying goal in regulation but the Ducks remain facing elimination, while Vegas endured the loss of a defender to a major penalty and saw Ryan Poehling leave the game after a heavy hit.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Ducks and Golden Knights played Game 5 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- During the second period, Pavel Dorofeyev blocked a shot and left briefly with a knee issue.
- Dorofeyev scored a power-play goal earlier and then the overtime winner at 4:10 of OT.
- Brayden McNabb received a five-minute major and game misconduct; Ryan Poehling was helped off.
- Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday in Anaheim with the Ducks facing elimination.
Why This Matters to You
If you're a hockey fan, this game was a nail-biter. The Golden Knights are on the brink of advancing to the Western Conference Final. If you're in Anaheim, Game 6 is crucial. It's a chance to support your team and keep their playoff hopes alive.
The Bottom Line
The Golden Knights are one win away from the Western Conference Final. Dorofeyev's overtime goal was the game-changer. Game 6 is on Thursday. Anaheim must win or they're out. Worth forwarding if you know a Ducks or Golden Knights fan.
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The Vegas Golden Knights benefited immediately from Pavel Dorofeyev's overtime goal, securing a 3-2 Game 5 win and a 3-2 series lead, putting them one victory away from reaching the Western Conference Final.
The Anaheim Ducks suffered the Game 5 loss despite Olen Zellweger's late tying goal, leaving the team facing elimination and needing a win in Game 6 to extend the series.
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