Oilers vs. Canucks final score, results: Oilers withstand late Canucks comeback for Game 7 victory to advance to WCF

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Edmonton fans can breathe now.

The Oilers survived the Canucks' late comeback attempt and will move on to the Western Conference Finals.

The Oilers controlled the game for over 50 minutes, leading 3-0 with about 10 minutes left in the third period. That's when the Canucks showed up for their home fans.

Conor Garland and Filip Hronek each found the back of the net, cutting Edmonton's lead down to 3-2 with over four minutes to play. Unfortunately for Vancouver, that's where the run ended.

The Canucks couldn't score another goal even after emptying their net with about two minutes remaining. The Oilers, who looked shaky during the Canucks' run, were far better closing out the game.

Stuart Skinner finished with 15 saves for the Oilers, while Arturs Silovs made 26 saves for the Canucks. Silovs was tested far more often, as the Oilers led in the shot department all night. The end total was 29-17 in favor of Edmonton.

Cody Ceci started the scoring in the second period, and Zach Hyman followed up minutes later. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins picked up one goal and one assist in the Oilers' win.

Edmonton advances to the Western Conference Finals and will play the Dallas Stars. The series begins on Thursday, May 23 at 8:30 p.m. ET.

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Oilers vs. Canucks score

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Final: Oilers 3, Canucks 2

11:44 p.m.: Wow, Mattias Janmark and Hyman each blocked a shot with about 10 seconds remaining. The puck left the zone, and Oilers held on to advance to the Western Conference Finals.

11:42 p.m.: Canucks pull the goalie with just under two minutes remaining.

11:40 p.m.: Just three minutes remain in this Game 7. Oilers lead 3-2.

11:36 p.m.: GOAL! Is this really happening? The Canucks net another goal to cut the deficit again. Filip Hronek scores off the assist from Quinn Hughes and Elias Lindholm.

11:32 p.m.: Momentum is definitely on Vancouver's side at this point. The offense is flowing, and players are finally getting good looks on net. Still 3-1, so there's work to be done.

11:28 p.m.: GOAL! Conor Garland scoops up the loose puck and scores the Canuck's first goal of the night. It's 3-1 with about eight minutes remaining.

11:20 p.m.: Canucks fail to convert on this power play, but they at least got two shots to show for it.

11:15 p.m.: Oilers pick up a delay of game penalty, so Vancouver will have a much-needed power play. 

11:14 p.m.: Oilers are maintaining their lead and advantage on the shot chart. It's 3-0 through six minutes of play and shots are 27-12 in Edmonton's advantage.

Second period: Oilers 3, Canucks 0

10:43 p.m.: GOAL! Ryan Nugent-Hopkins finds the back of the net off the rebound to put the Oilers up 3-0 with 4:38 to go. That's a quick way to capitalize on the power play.

10:43 p.m.: Bouchard's goal is now credited to Zach Hyman

10:40 p.m.: Not what Vancouver needs right now. Oilers will go on a power play for tripping.

10:38 p.m.: Skinner is getting tested a bit more lately by the Canucks offense, but he hasn't let one slip past him.

10:33 p.m.: Oilers aren't letting up on the shots. They lead 26-8 with 8:56 remaining in the second period.

10:21 p.m.: GOAL! Evan Bouchard clanks one off the post to put Edmonton up 2-0 through six minutes of the second period.

10:17 p.m.: MY GOODNESS, SILOVS AGAIN! If you thought his last save was good, this was even better as he makes a remarkable glove save on the dive.

10:16 p.m.: This is how a power play should attack — pestering the Canucks defense on the man advantage. Oilers are up to 18-3 on shots.

10:14 p.m.: Oilers will go on a power play for tripping. Two minutes.

10:14 p.m.: Teams to score first in a Game 7 have a 148-48 record (75.5%) in NHL history. Great odds for Edmonton.

10:13 p.m.: GOAL! Cody Ceci rifles one over the left shoulder of Silovs immediately off the face-off just 1:16 into the period. Oilers lead 1-0.

10:11 p.m.: Oilers survive the power play, which had 14 seconds left entering the second period.

First Period: Oilers 0, Canucks 0

9:51 p.m.: Oh man, the Oilers nearly just scored a shorthanded goal on a breakaway from Connor Brown. 

9:49 p.m.: Oilers have survived the first two minutes of the power play. Canucks have not had a shot during this advantage.

9:45 p.m.: Vancouver's been on the aggressive in the past minute with a couple loose pucks in front of Skinner. Now, the Canucks will go on a four-minute minor power play for a high stick. 

9:43 p.m.: Oilers whiff right in front of the net. Lucky moment for the Canucks, who have been tested early many times. No score through 15 minutes of play.

9:33 p.m.: Intensity is rising in this Game 7 as some punches are thrown after the whistle.

9:29 p.m.: Edmonton is dominating the shot chart early, leading 8-1. It's still scoreless, however.

9:26 p.m.: Ilya Mikheyev gets a 1-on-1 opportunity with Skinner but can't finish. He hits the side of the net before getting the puck back and firing another one. The defense blocked his subsequent attempt.

9:18 p.m.: MY GOODNESS! What a save by Arturs Silovs to keep the Oilers off the board. He covered both posts quickly there.

9:17 p.m.: Stuart Skinner picks up his first save of the contest for the Oilers.

9:15 p.m.: It's time!

9:11 p.m.: Oilers vs. Canucks will start around 9:15 p.m. ET on ESPN after the Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun game.

8:48 p.m.: Just over 10 minutes until puck drop in Vancouver. Buckle up for the Game 7 excitement.

8 p.m.: A look at some pregame fits for both squads an hour before puck drop.

Oilers vs. Canucks start time

  • Date: Monday, May 20
  • Time: 9 p.m. ET

Oilers vs. Canucks will face off in Game 7 starting at 9 p.m. ET on Monday, May 20 at Rogers Arena in Vancouver.

How to watch Oilers vs. Canucks

  • TV channel: ESPN (U.S.) | Sportsnet, CBC, TVA Sports (Canada)
  • Live stream: Fubo

NHL fans in the United States can tune into Game 7 of the Oilers vs. Canucks on ESPN. Canadian fans can watch via Sportsnet, CBC, or TVA Sports. Those live streaming the game can do so through Fubo.

Oilers vs. Canucks Game 7 odds

Here are the latest odds for Oilers vs. Canucks Game 7, courtesy of FanDuel.

The Oilers are favored to win Game 7 despite playing on the road. Fans can bet their moneyline at -164 or their spread at -1.5 at +160. A $100 bet on Oilers' -164 moneyline would pay out $160.98.

Series tied 3-3OilersCanucks
Spread-1.5 (+160)+1.5 (-194)
Moneyline-164+136
O/U totalO 5.5 (-122)U 5.5 (+100)

Oilers vs. Canucks series schedule, results

DateGame/ResultTime (ET)TV channel
May 8Canucks 5, Oilers 4——
May 10Oilers 4, Canucks 3 (OT)——
May 12Canucks 4, Oilers 3——
May 14Oilers 3, Canucks 2——
May 16Canucks 3, Oilers 2——
May 18Oilers 5, Canucks 1——
May 20Oilers 3, Canucks 2——
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Brendan O'Sullivan is an editorial intern for Sporting News.