2012 Phoenix Coyotes vs. 2019 Vegas Golden Knights

The 2012 Phoenix Coyotes and the 2019 Las Vegas Golden Knights meet in an exciting hypothetical playoff series

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Game 1

The series goes back and forth, with both teams playing a tight and defensive game. Game 1 sees the Coyotes come out on top with a 3-2 win in overtime, thanks to a game-winning goal by Ray Whitney.

Coyotes lead 1-0

Game 2

Game 2 is a different story, as the Golden Knights dominate and win 5-1 with a hat trick from Mark Stone. 🚨🚨🚨 🧢

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Series tied 1-1

Game 3

Game 3 is a close one, with both teams battling it out. It's a goaltending duel between Mike Smith of the Coyotes and Marc-Andre Fleury of the Golden Knights. The game goes to overtime, and it's the Coyotes who come out on top 2-1, with a game-winning goal from Mikkel Boedker.

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Coyotes lead 2-1

Game 4

Game 4 sees the Golden Knights come out strong, with another dominant win, this time 4-1 with two goals from Max Pacioretty.

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Series tied 2-2

Game 5

In Game 5, it's a tight defensive battle once again, with both teams playing their best hockey. The game goes to double overtime, and it's the Golden Knights who come out on top 3-2 with a game-winning goal from William Karlsson.

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Vegas leads 3-2

Game 6

Game 6 sees the Coyotes come out strong and they dominate the game, winning 4-1 with two goals from Shane Doan. Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Ray Whitney each chip in with a goal.

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Series tied 3-3

Game 7

In Game 7, it's another close game with both teams putting in a solid effort. The game goes to overtime, and it's a thrilling finish as the Coyotes win 2-1 with a game-winning goal from Radim Vrbata.

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The series is incredibly tight, with both teams playing hard throughout. In the end, the Coyotes come out on top, winning the series 4-3. The top scorers for the Coyotes are Shane Doan with 4 goals and 2 assists and Mikkel Boedker with 3 goals and 2 assists. For the Golden Knights, Mark Stone leads the way with 4 goals and 1 assist.

Coyotes win series 4-3