Golden Knights survive with double OT win over Hurricanes after blowing four-goal lead in Game 3
The Golden Knights secured a dramatic double overtime victory against the Hurricanes, winning 5-4 after relinquishing a four-goal lead. Shea Theodore scored the decisive goal, while Mitch Marner made history with the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history. The series now stands at 2-1 in favor of Vegas, with the next game scheduled for Tuesday night.
- ▪Shea Theodore scored the winning goal at 5:38 of the second overtime.
- ▪Mitch Marner achieved the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history.
- ▪Carolina's comeback attempt fell short, as they were unable to win after trailing by four goals.
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NHL Golden Knights survive with double OT win over Hurricanes after blowing four-goal lead in Game 3 By Associated Press Published June 7, 2026, 1:33 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google LAS VEGAS — Shea Theodore scored at 5:38 of the second overtime, avoiding what could have been a potentially devastating loss for the Golden Knights after they blew a four-goal lead, and Vegas beat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 on Saturday night for a 2-1 series lead. Theodore’s goal went in off goalie Brandon Bussi’s skate. It came long after teammate Mitch Marner had the fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup Final history. The teams take two days off before meeting in Game 4 on Tuesday night in Las Vegas.
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