In Game 6 of the first-round Stanley Cup playoff series between the Phoenix Coyotes and the Chicago Blackhawks, the underdog is on the verge of advancing. Following the second period, the Coyotes have taken a 1-0 lead in Chicago. The 'Yotes are up three games to two in the best-of-seven series.
Blackhawks Vs. Coyotes, NHL Playoffs 2012 Game 6: Phoenix Leads 1-0 After 2
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Despite taking just six shots on goal in the second period, the Coyotes were able to score at 13:14, when Oliver Ekman-Larsson put the puck past Corey Crawford on a power play goal.
The power play -- the second of the game for the Coyotes -- came as a result of Jonathan Toews receiving a minor for interference.
Every game in the series so far has gone into overtime. The Blackhawks will attempt to regroup in the third period and pull off a victory to force a Game 7 back in Phoenix.
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