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Carolina Hurricanes Make Epic Comeback to Secure 2-0 Series Lead Against Islanders

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Sebastian Aho and Jordan Martinook's quick goals in Game 2 sealed the Hurricanes' victory!

In an exhilarating game against the New York Islanders, the Carolina Hurricanes staged a remarkable late comeback to secure a 5-3 win and a 2-0 series lead. Sebastian Aho and Jordan Martinook became the heroes of the night, scoring just 9 seconds apart in the final minutes of the third period. The Hurricanes, despite being down by three goals earlier in the game, showed resilience and determination, ultimately overwhelming the Islanders with their stunning rally. The electrifying atmosphere at the PNC Arena in Raleigh, NC, was a testament to the Hurricanes' never-give-up spirit.

Throughout the game, the tension was palpable as the Hurricanes fought tooth and nail to turn the tide in their favor. Brett Pesce's unfortunate lower-body injury further tested the team's depth, but they rose to the occasion. With their victory in Game 2, the Hurricanes have firmly established their dominance in the series, leaving the Islanders reeling and searching for answers.

Notably, Andersen's exceptional performance in back-to-back games since his return in early March has been a key factor in the Hurricanes' success. Additionally, Aho and Martinook's stunning quick goals will be remembered as a defining moment in Carolina's playoff journey. As the series progresses, all eyes will be on the Hurricanes as they continue their quest for the Stanley Cup.

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Hurricanes rally late to beat Islanders for 2-0 series lead (TSN)

Sebastian Aho and Jordan Martinook scored 9 seconds apart late in the third period to help the Carolina Hurricanes complete a comeback from three goals down ...

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Hurricanes overwhelm Islanders, rally from 3 down to win Game 2 (NHL.com)

Aho, Martinook score 9 seconds apart late in 3rd for Carolina, which extends series lead.

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Carolina Hurricanes vs. New York Islanders Game 2: Lineups ... (The Hockey News)

What - Game 2When - 7:30 p.m., Monday, April 22Where - PNC Arena; Raleigh, NCHow to Watch - Bally Sports South, MSGSN, ESPN2, SN360, TVAS2The Carolina.

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Hurricanes' Brett Pesce won't return vs. Islanders with lower-body ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Carolina Hurricanes defenceman Brett Pesce left Monday night's game against the New York Islanders and was later ruled out by the team with a lower-body ...

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Game 2 Preview: NY Islanders @ Carolina Hurricanes (Eyes on Isles)

Tonight, the NY Islanders visit the Carolina Hurricanes for Game 2 of their first round series. The old playoff adage is that a team is never truly "in ...

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Brett Pesce Leaves Game 2 with Lower-Body Injury (The Hockey News)

The Carolina Hurricanes have lost defenseman Brett Pesce to a lower-body injury suffered in the second period of Game 2 of the Canes' first-round series ...

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Game 2 Takeaways: Hurricanes storm back to stun Islanders (Sportsnet.ca)

Sebastian Aho tied things up while Carolina's net was empty, Jordan Martinook added the winner nine seconds later and the Hurricanes earned a 5-3 comeback ...

GDT: - R1:G2 | New York Islanders @ Carolina Hurricanes | April ... (Hockey's Future)

All I ask is that the refs don't stop us from scoring again.

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Carolina Hurricanes win 5-3 against New York Islanders in Round 1 ... (CBS17.com)

Monday night's game was the second game in round one of the playoffs. It was held in Raleigh, N.C. at the PNC Arena. The Islanders started strong with a 2-0 ...

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Projected Lineup: Round 1, Game 2 vs. NYI (BlueJackets.com)

Andersen to play in back-to-back games for the first time since returning in early March.

GDT: - R1:G2 | New York Islanders @ Carolina Hurricanes | April ... (Hockey's Future)

All I ask is that the refs don't stop us from scoring again.

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Aho, Martinook cap Hurricanes' late rally to beat the Islanders for a 2 ... (Toronto Star)

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) โ€” The Carolina Hurricanes were down big at home in the NHL playoffs, playing desperate hockey full of withering long shifts in the ...

GDT: - ECQF: Game 2 - Carolina Hurricanes vs New York Islanders ... (Hockey's Future)

Remember when people acted like Miller vs Horvat was a tough call? Lol Horvat lost the locker room, Miller/Hughes/Boeser/Pettersson were not buying into...

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Islanders give up two goals in nine seconds, blow 3-0 lead in loss to ... (Scores & Odds Hub)

The Carolina Hurricanes rallied for a 3-0 deficit to beat the New York Islanders 5-3 in Game 2 for a 2-0 series lead.

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Hurricanes rally in third to beat Islanders 5-3, take 2-0 series lead (Toronto Star)

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) โ€” The Carolina Hurricanes were down big at home in the NHL playoffs, playing desperate hockey full of withering long shifts in the ...

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How Seth Jarvis sparked Carolina Hurricanes' wild comeback win ... (Raleigh News & Observer)

Seth Jarvis Carolina Hurricanes third-period goal lit spark to set up Canes comeback win over New York Islanders in Game 2 of NHL playoffs.

GDT: - R1:G2 | New York Islanders @ Carolina Hurricanes | April ... (Hockey's Future)

Anyone have Guentzel hitting Varly? I couldn't watch the 3rd period and am hearing two extremely different takes on what happened, but I can't seem to find.

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Recap: Canes Pull Off Late Comeback, Take Game 2 Win (BlueJackets.com)

Carolina scores four in the final 9:17 to take a 2-0 series lead.

NHL Playoff Daily: The Carolina Hurricanes really do #CauseChaos (EP Rinkside)

Sean Shapiro brings you his observations from the NHL playoffs including the Carolina Hurricanes relentless pursuit of taking chunks out of opponents.

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Islanders' Failures To Learn From Past Mistake Against Carolina ... (The Hockey News)

The Islanders failed to learn from their past playoff experience against the Hurricanes, falling into the same trap with a lead in the third period.

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