As the NHL playoff push reaches its climax, the Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are on the cusp of history. With a commanding 3-2 series lead, they are just two wins away from hoisting the coveted Stanley Cup. But how likely is their championship bid to succeed? A closer look at past playoff trends reveals that teams that have taken control of a series with a win in Game 5 have a surprisingly strong track record of ultimately claiming the Cup. According to historical data, teams that have won Game 5 in a 2-2 series have gone on to win the championship nearly 70% of the time. With their current momentum, the Hurricanes and Golden Knights are poised to make history - but can they sustain their winning ways and bring home the ultimate prize?

The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are two wins away from the Stanley Cup. How often have Cup finalists that won Game 5 in a 2-2 series gone on to win it all?