Capturing a 3-2 lead in this best of seven series, the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Boston Bruins 5-1 to remain undefeated on home ice. Carolina will take this series lead back to Boston as they seek to end this series in six and give themselves some time to rest and recover ahead of round two. Winning game six will end the series. And the Canes won game five to put them ahead.
With the big story from this game for the Carolina Hurricanes being Seth Jarvis and how important he was with two goals, the rookie has been sensational all season and his three playoff goals have helped the team establish this lead.