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The Edmonton Oilers can advance to the second round of the playoffs — and eliminate the Los Angeles Kings from the post-season picture for a third straight year — with win tonight in the Alberta capital.

BOSTON — Matthew Knies lived with John Tavares when he first arrived in the NHL. The rookie forward forged a close bond with the Toronto captain's family as he adjusted to life as a pro.

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks had a chance to earn a few days rest. Instead, the team is taking another long trip to Tennessee.

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — This time, the Carolina Hurricanes didn't miss their chance to close out the New York Islanders on home ice.

BOSTON (AP) — Matthew Knies scored less than three minutes into overtime off a feed from John Tavares and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Tuesday night to stave off elimination in their first-round NHL playoffs matchup.

Tuesday's Scoreboard NHL Playoffs Toronto 2 Boston 1 (OT) (Boston leads best-of-seven series 3-2) Nashville 2 Vancouver 1 (Vancouver leads best-of-seven series 3-2) Colorado 6 Winnipeg 3 (Colorado wins best-of-seven series 4-1) Carolina 6 N.Y.

WINNIPEG — Adam Lowry and Josh Morrissey both spoke in quiet voices about missed opportunities after the Winnipeg Jets were knocked out of the opening round of the NHL playoffs Tuesday for a second straight season.

TORONTO — Joel Dublanko didn't have to wait long to learn where he'll start his CFL career. The Edmonton Elks selected the rugged linebacker first overall in the CFL draft Tuesday night.

MOOSE JAW, Sask.

TORONTO — Jose Berrios made just one mistake in an otherwise impressive outing as he continues to dominate on the mound to start the season.