Golden Knights edge out Oilers 4-3 to take 3-2 lead

The Vegas Golden Knights came out on top with a narrow 4-3 victory over Edmonton Oilers in Game 5 of the 2nd round playoff to take a 3-2 lead on Friday night.

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— 🏆 – Vegas Golden Knights (@GoldenKnights) May 13, 2023

Jack Eichel had a goal and an assist, as Mark Stone, Reilly Smith and Nic Hague each added another one.

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Jonathan Marcheassault tied the franchise playoff record with three assists. Goaltender Adin Hill made 31 saves.

For the Oilers Connor McDavid scored two power-play goals, while Zach Hynan had a goal and an assist. Goaltender Stuart Skinner stopped 18 shots, before being substituted with Jack Campbell, who saved all 9 shots, thrown at him.

Game 6 will be held at Edmonton, Alberta on Sunday.