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John Tortorella's Failed Coach's Challenge Is a Difference-Maker in Stanley Cup Final Game 2

The Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in overtime on Thursday, tying the Stanley Cup Final series at 1-1 following a pivotal failed challenge by Vegas head coach John Tortorella.
With five minutes remaining in a 2-2 game, referee Jean Hebert waved off a potential Vegas goal, citing goaltender interference on Carolina goaltender Frederik Andersen, prompting Tortorella's challenge.
The failed challenge resulted in a two-minute minor penalty, giving Carolina a power play where captain Jordan Staal tipped in a shot from defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere for a 3-2 lead.
Despite Vegas captain Mark Stone tying the game late, Seth Jarvis scored in overtime to secure the victory, though Tortorella stated he would "challenge the play 10 out of 10 times."
Game 3 takes place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday night, with DraftKings Sportsbook listing Carolina as-145 favorites to win the Stanley Cup.

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