Canucks on the Brink of Conference Final Appearance

Oilers Win Forces Decisive Game 7

With a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Thursday, the Vancouver Canucks have put themselves just one win away from reaching the Western Conference final. The Canucks now hold a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series and will return home for Game 6 on Monday night. However, the Oilers are not going down without a fight, as they have won the last two games of the series and will look to use the home crowd advantage at Rogers Place to force a decisive Game 7.

Game 7 in NHL playoff history has often favored the home team, with home teams holding a 115-81 record, including a perfect 2-0 this spring. This statistic gives the Oilers a slight edge heading into Monday's game. However, the Canucks will be looking to break that trend and secure their spot in the Western Conference final.

There are three key factors that could determine the outcome of Game 7. First, the Canucks will need to find a way to contain Oilers superstar Connor McDavid. McDavid has been a force throughout the series, leading the Oilers in scoring with 12 points in five games. The Canucks will need to limit McDavid's opportunities and force other Oilers players to step up.