Edmonton Oilers Advance Western Conference Finals With OT Win Over Vegas

The Edmonton Oilers secured their spot in the Western Conference finals for the second consecutive year by defeating the Vegas Golden Knights 1-0 in overtime during Game 5 of their second-round playoff series. Kasperi Kapanen, who was recently acquired on waivers, scored the decisive overtime goal, marking his first goal in 33 games and his second career playoff overtime winner. Goalie Stuart Skinner played a key role with a 24-save shutout, helping Edmonton clinch the series 4-1. The Oilers will next face the winner of the Winnipeg Jets and Dallas Stars series, with Dallas currently leading 3-1. The closely contested game featured strong defensive play, limited scoring chances, and the absence of Vegas captain Mark Stone due to injury. Meanwhile, in the Eastern Conference, the Florida Panthers are one win away from the semi-finals after a dominant 6-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs.