In a thrilling finish to Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Carolina Hurricanes edged out the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime. Andrei Svechnikov's decisive goal in the extra period sealed the win for the Hurricanes, who are now one step closer to advancing to the Stanley Cup Finals. The Canadiens had threatened to take the lead late in the game, but the Hurricanes' defense held strong, allowing them to force overtime. With this victory, the Hurricanes have taken a 2-1 series lead, setting up a crucial Game 4 in Montreal.


Svechnikov scores in OT as Hurricanes beat Canadiens 3-2 in Game 3 of East final  Seattle Post-Intelligencer