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Oilers edge back into Stanley Cup final

The Edmonton Oilers have climbed back into the 2006 Stanley Cup Final. A late goal by Ryan Smyth broke a 1-1 tie and lifted the Oilers to a 2-1 victory on Saturday night over the Carolina Hurricanes in Edmonton.
Ken Hilderley
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The Edmonton Oilers have climbed back into the 2006 Stanley Cup Final.

A late goal by Ryan Smyth broke a 1-1 tie and lifted the Oilers to a 2-1 victory on Saturday night over the Carolina Hurricanes in Edmonton.

Carolina maintains the lead in the best-of-seven series 2-1 with game four scheduled for Monday in Alberta.

Further details on tonight's game can be accessed from the national sports headlines located on the Sports page.

GAME SUMMARY:

Carolina 1 Edmonton 2

Final Score

1st - 2:31 - Edmonton - S. Horcoff (J. Spacek, A. Hemsky)

3rd - 9:09 - Carolina - R. Brind'Amour (C. Stillman)

3rd - 17:45 - Edmonton - R. Smyth (A. Hemsky, J. Spacek)

In Goal:

Car: C. Ward(L) Edm: J. Markkanen (W)

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