The Exciting Conclusion to the 1988 Stanley Cup Finals
A Thrilling Series Comes to an End
The 1988 Stanley Cup Finals was a memorable event in NHL history. The series, which pitted the Edmonton Oilers against the Boston Bruins, was filled with excitement and drama from start to finish. In the end, it was the Oilers who emerged victorious, capturing their third Stanley Cup championship in four years.
A Back-and-Forth Series
The series was a back-and-forth affair, with each team winning two games at home. The Oilers took the first two games of the series in Edmonton, but the Bruins evened the series with two wins in Boston. The Oilers then won Game 5 in overtime, and the Bruins won Game 6 in regulation. The series went to a seventh game, which the Oilers won 4-1.
Wayne Gretzky's Dominance
Wayne Gretzky was the dominant player in the series. The Oilers' captain led all players in scoring with 13 points (5 goals, 8 assists). He was also a force on the ice, winning key face-offs and making big plays. Gretzky was named the MVP of the series.
A Memorable Finish
The seventh game of the series was a memorable one. The Oilers jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first period, and the Bruins never recovered. Gretzky scored two goals in the game, and Jari Kurri added another. The Oilers' victory was their third Stanley Cup championship in four years.
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