In a tense playoff matchup, the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Ottawa Senators 3-2 in double overtime, extending their series lead to 2-0. The game featured a dramatic sequence where a potential game-winning goal by the Hurricanes was disallowed after a review determined an offside violation. Logan Stankoven initiated the scoring for the Hurricanes, followed by goals from Sebastian Aho and Jordan Martinook, who ultimately clinched the victory with his overtime goal. The Senators responded with goals from Drake Batherson and Dylan Cozens, but their efforts fell short despite outshooting the Hurricanes in the third period. The game highlighted both teams' struggles with puck management, with the Hurricanes' giveaways leading to both Senators' goals. The victory was celebrated with a unique twist as the Hurricanes' DJ played Nickelback's 'Rockstar' in honor of Martinook, who has a personal connection to the band.