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Hurricanes Edge Canadiens 3-2 OT on Svechnikov Goal

5/26/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime, outshooting them 38-13.
Andrei Svechnikov scored the overtime winner after Sebastian Aho’s initial shot was ruled off target.
Coach Rod Brind’Amour said the team stayed calm and made no adjustments during overtime.
Jakub Dobes stopped 35 shots, posting a .921 save percentage.
Frederik Andersen made 11 saves for Carolina.

History

Historical Context

After the Hurricanes captured North Carolina’s first major-league title in 2006—winning Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Edmonton Oilers— the franchise built a reputation for clutch postseason play. That legacy resurfaced in March 2024 when Andrei Svechnikov scored the overtime winner against Montreal while rookie netminder Jakub Dobes posted a 0.921 save percentage, echoing Cam Ward’s rookie heroics.

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Story summary

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 in overtime, outshooting them 38-13.
Andrei Svechnikov scored the overtime winner after Sebastian Aho’s initial shot was ruled off target.
Coach Rod Brind’Amour said the team stayed calm and made no adjustments during overtime.
Jakub Dobes stopped 35 shots, posting a .921 save percentage.
Frederik Andersen made 11 saves for Carolina.

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