Oilers Defeat Canucks 3-2 in Game 7, Advance to Western Conference Final After Six Single-Goal Contests

May 21, 2024, 01:09 AM

The Edmonton Oilers triumphed over the Vancouver Canucks in a thrilling Game 7, securing a 3-2 victory to advance to the Western Conference Final. The decisive match, held at Rogers Arena, saw Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl lead the Oilers past a resilient Canucks team. The Oilers will now face the Dallas Stars, starting Thursday. Despite missing top scorer Brock Boeser, the Canucks put up a strong fight, but ultimately fell short. This victory marks the Oilers' second trip to the Conference Finals in three years, while the Canucks reflect on a season that, despite its promising moments, ended in disappointment. The series saw six contests decided by a single goal. Home teams have won 58.7% of all-time Game 7s in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, with a 2-0 record in 2024.