The Carolina Hurricanes defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 4-2 in Game 5, closing in on the Stanley Cup. Multiple sources describe a pivotal third period in which the Hurricanes extended their lead on the way to the win. Andrei Svechnikov plays a major role, scoring twice and also contributing on a power-play sequence that results in Carolina’s late go-ahead margin. Sebastian Aho adds two points, including a goal in the second period, as Carolina’s top-line performers produce offensively in a “breakout” style effort. The combined scoring from Svechnikov and Aho helps Carolina maintain control after establishing a lead, and the team withstands Vegas’s attempts to respond. With this victory, Carolina moves within one win of winning the series and the Stanley Cup. Across the accounts, the outcome, key scorers, and the series-clinching implication are consistent, with emphasis on Carolina’s decisive stretch and the impact of Svechnikov and Aho.