Oilers Eliminate Golden Knights in Game 5 Overtime

The Edmonton Oilers eliminated the Vegas Golden Knights from the playoffs with a 1-0 overtime victory in Game 5, as Kasperi Kapanen scored the decisive goal and goaltender Stuart Skinner posted consecutive shutouts. Vegas, usually strong offensively, failed to score in the last two games despite 47 shots, stymied by Edmonton's defense. Golden Knights captain Mark Stone missed the elimination game with an upper-body injury after a brief return in Game 4. Other key injuries further weakened Vegas, contributing to their inability to advance. The loss marks a sudden end to the Golden Knights' season. The Oilers advance to their third Western Conference Final in four years as they pursue a Stanley Cup title.