Series stand
Severstal is leading the series 2-1 (2:5, 3:2 2OT, 5:3).
About the game
Severstal shocked the reigning champs once again after feeling all the pressure from CSKA in the first period, with 22 shots against a mere three and another stellar performance by Alexander Samonov between the piping to keep hopes alive for the Steelers. However, Daniil Vovchenko had other plans for the night and fully played the local hero card, netting a double for a night to remember.
Severstal’s defenseman Robin Press is on a four-game scoring streak, with 4 (1+3) points over that span.
CSKA’s forward Mikhail Grigorenko is on a three-game scoring streak, with 4 (3+1) points.
Milestone alert
Severstal’s forward Daniil Vovchenko may net his 100th KHL goal (currently at 99).
CSKA’s forward Andrei Svetlakov lines up for his 100th postseason game.
