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Miami Herald
17 hours ago
- General
- Miami Herald
Wife's screaming wakes husband at 4 a.m. after she checks Powerball results
A man woke up in the middle of the night to his wife's yelling after she checked his Powerball ticket — and learned he had won big in Virginia. Scott Skinner narrowly missed the $84 million jackpot in the May 10 drawing, but he matched all four white balls and the red Powerball to win $100,000, the Virginia Lottery announced May 29. Skinner went to sleep without watching the drawing, but his wife decided to check the results herself, according to the Virginia Lottery. She woke him up at 4 a.m. with the good news. 'I looked at the ticket and said, 'You're right!'' he told lottery officials. When Skinner bought his ticket at a Sheetz gas station in Winchester, he paid an extra dollar for Power Play, which doubled what would have been a $50,000 win, officials said. He was one of four people in the country to win $100,000 in the drawing, Powerball results show. He told lottery officials he selected his numbers for the drawing using 'important family dates.' Winchester is in the Shenandoah Valley of northern Virginia, about a 70-mile drive northwest from Washington, D.C. What to know about Powerball To score the jackpot in the Powerball, a player must match all five white balls and the red Powerball. The odds of scoring the jackpot prize are 1 in 292,201,338. Tickets can be bought on the day of the drawing, but sales times and price vary by state. Drawings are broadcast Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:59 p.m. ET and can be streamed online. Powerball is played in 45 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
NBC Sports
a day ago
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Connor McDavid and Oilers set for another Stanley Cup chance against Panthers in a run that feels different
DALLAS — This playoff run has felt different for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, though they now are back in the same place. They have advanced to their second Stanley Cup Final in a row, again against Florida after losing a seven-game series to the Panthers last June. 'I think we're better for going through last year. It's a great learning experience and it's really driven us all year,' McDavid, their captain, said after the Oilers wrapped up their second Western Conference title in a row. 'This run has felt different than last year. It's felt very normal. ... I don't want to say boring because it's not boring at all. It hasn't been as emotional.' Edmonton won in its first clinching opportunity in all three series so far this postseason. After losing their first two games at Los Angeles in the opening round, the Oilers won four in a row against the Kings, took out Vegas in five games and then did the same to the Dallas Stars in a West final rematch that ended with a 6-3 win. Game 1 of their Stanley Cup rematch is in Edmonton. 'We haven't had the highs and we haven't had the lows. It's just kind of been steady,' McDavid said. 'I think that does put us in a good position. You know those games can be emotionally draining. We're not drained. ... You know, we've got as good a chance as they do.' Florida wrapped up the East in five games over Carolina to get to its third Stanley Cup Final in a row. The Panthers won the first three games against Edmonton last year, then finished it off with a 2-1 victory after the Oilers forced a Game 7. That was the first Stanley Cup Final for the Oilers since 2006, their only other one since the franchise's five titles in a seven-season span from 1984-90. 'I think we spent seven months getting ready for this playoff run. Like, I think it was on our minds since we lost that last game,' coach Kris Knoblauch said. 'A long, tough summer, and training camp, regular season and it was just kind of punching our card, showing up, wanting the playoffs, just having another opportunity.' While top scorers McDavid (26 points, six goals) and Leon Draisaitl (25 points, seven goals) were the players on the podium after the West clincher, these playoffs have been more than a two-man show for the Oilers. Nineteen different players have goals, 11 of them have at least three. Corey Perry, 40, has seven goals — the most in a single postseason by any player 39 or older. Both goalies, Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard, have won six games. Regular-season starter Skinner was replaced in net after the two losses to the Kings. He took over again when Pickard got hurt midway through the second round against Vegas. Skinner finished off the Golden Knights with consecutive shutouts, including a 1-0 overtime win in the clincher, and posted another shutout against the Stars. 'We're mature. We've learned, and we're learning every game. The way we're playing, the calmness on the bench and making plays when things are going hairy on the ice,' Perry said. 'This group, it's been a want since the end of last year. There's been a lot of things said about what happened last year and self-reflecting. But here we are.' So are they glad they get another shot at the Panthers? 'It doesn't matter. You're competing for a Stanley Cup,' said Perry, a Cup champion at age 22 with Anaheim in 2007, and now going into his fifth Final in six seasons while still seeking another title. 'I mean we know what they're about. We played them seven times and they're a good team,' Draisaitl said. 'We're really a good team as well. Obviously it's nice to get a shot at, you know, getting some revenge, but a long ways from that.'
a day ago
- Sport
McDavid and Oilers set for another Cup chance against Panthers in a run that feels different
DALLAS -- This playoff run has felt different for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, though they are now back in the same place. They have advanced to their second Stanley Cup Final in a row, again against Florida after losing a seven-game series to the Panthers last June. 'I think we're better for going through last year. It's a great learning experience and it's really driven us all year,' McDavid, their captain, said after the Oilers wrapped up their second Western Conference title in a row. 'This run has felt different than last year. It's felt very normal. ... I don't want to say boring because it's not boring at all. It hasn't been as emotional.' Edmonton won in its first clinching opportunity in all three series so far this postseason. After losing their first two games at Los Angeles in the opening round, the Oilers won four in a row against the Kings, took out Vegas in five games and then did the same to the Dallas Stars in a West final rematch that ended with a 6-3 win Thursday night. Game 1 of their Stanley Cup rematch is Wednesday night in Edmonton. 'We haven't had the highs and we haven't had the lows. It's just kind of been steady,' McDavid said. 'I think that does put us in a good position. You know those games can be emotionally draining. We're not drained. ... You know, we've got as good a chance as they do.' Florida wrapped up the East in five games over Carolina to get to its third Stanley Cup Final in a row. The Panthers won the first three games against Edmonton last year, then finished it off with a 2-1 victory after the Oilers forced a Game 7. That was the first Stanley Cup Final for the Oilers since 2006, their only other one since the franchise's five titles in a seven-season span from 1984-90. "I think we spent seven months getting ready for this playoff run. Like, I think it was on our minds since we lost that last game,' coach Kris Knoblauch said. 'A long, tough summer, and training camp, regular season and it was just kind of punching our card, showing up, wanting the playoffs, just having another opportunity.' While top scorers McDavid (26 points, six goals) and Leon Draisaitl (25 points, seven goals) were the players on the podium after the West clincher, these playoffs have been more than a two-man show for the Oilers. Nineteen different players have goals, 11 of them have at least three. Corey Perry, 40, has seven goals — the most in a single postseason by any player 39 or older. Both goalies, Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard, have won six games. Regular-season starter Skinner was replaced in net after the two losses to the Kings. He took over again when Pickard got hurt midway through the second round against Vegas. Skinner finished off the Golden Knights with consecutive shutouts, including a 1-0 overtime win in the clincher, and posted another shutout against the Stars. 'We're mature. We've learned, and we're learning every game. The way we're playing, the calmness on the bench and making plays when things are going hairy on the ice,' Perry said. 'This group, it's been a want since the end of last year. There's been a lot of things said about what happened last year and self-reflecting. But here we are.' So are they glad they get another shot at the Panthers? 'It doesn't matter. You're competing for a Stanley Cup,' said Perry, a Cup champion at age 22 with Anaheim in 2007, and now going into his fifth Final in six seasons while still seeking another title. 'I mean we know what they're about. We played them seven times and they're a good team,' Draisaitl said. 'We're really a good team as well. Obviously it's nice to get a shot at, you know, getting some revenge, but a long ways from that.'
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Jeff Skinner finally scores a playoff goal after 15 NHL seasons with the Oilers
Jeff Skinner #53 of the Edmonton Oilers (Credit: Getty Image) Jeff Skinner's long wait for a playoff goal is over. After 1,078 regular-season games and 15 seasons, the veteran forward found the back of the net for the first time in the postseason. His milestone moment came in Game 5 of the Western Conference Final. And here the Edmonton Oilers faced the Dallas Stars. The goal came early in the first period and gave Edmonton a 3-0 lead, and it was not a highlight-reel finish, but the timing and context made it special. The puck bounced in front of the Dallas crease after a failed centering pass. Skinner quickly regained control and fired it through goaltender Casey DeSmith's legs. It was a simple finish that meant everything to a player who had waited years for this moment. Skinner's journey to his first playoff goal after a long NHL career Oilers' Jeff Skinner Bangs Home Rebound For First Career Playoff Goal Before joining the Oilers, Jeff Skinner's postseason luck was limited. Despite putting up solid numbers during his career, his teams often failed to qualify for the playoffs. That made his goal on Thursday more than just a stat; it was a moment of validation. The 33-year-old showed patience. Along with persistence and poise. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Skinner's performance shows how seasoned players can bring value in key moments, as his goal not only added to the scoreboard. But also gave the team momentum in a crucial game, and it reminded everyone why experience still matters. Especially when the stakes are high. Oilers close in on Stanley Cup Final return Jeff Skinner #53 of the Edmonton Oilers (Credit: Getty Image) With Skinner's goal helping the Oilers to a strong start, Edmonton moved one step closer to making a second straight trip to the Stanley Cup Final. They are looking to build on last season's run and end a long championship drought. Read more: Smart drafting and strategic player development shaped core of the Eastern Conference champion Florida Panthers Now, with the Oilers holding momentum, they are focused on finishing the job against Dallas. For Skinner, the wait is finally over, and his story adds another layer to Edmonton's playoff push.
San Francisco Chronicle
a day ago
- Sport
- San Francisco Chronicle
McDavid and Oilers set for another Cup chance against Panthers in a run that feels different
DALLAS (AP) — This playoff run has felt different for Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, though they are now back in the same place. They have advanced to their second Stanley Cup Final in a row, again against Florida after losing a seven-game series to the Panthers last June. 'I think we're better for going through last year. It's a great learning experience and it's really driven us all year,' McDavid, their captain, said after the Oilers wrapped up their second Western Conference title in a row. 'This run has felt different than last year. It's felt very normal. ... I don't want to say boring because it's not boring at all. It hasn't been as emotional.' Edmonton won in its first clinching opportunity in all three series so far this postseason. After losing their first two games at Los Angeles in the opening round, the Oilers won four in a row against the Kings, took out Vegas in five games and then did the same to the Dallas Stars in a West final rematch that ended with a 6-3 win Thursday night. Game 1 of their Stanley Cup rematch is Wednesday night in Edmonton. 'We haven't had the highs and we haven't had the lows. It's just kind of been steady,' McDavid said. 'I think that does put us in a good position. You know those games can be emotionally draining. We're not drained. ... You know, we've got as good a chance as they do.' Florida wrapped up the East in five games over Carolina to get to its third Stanley Cup Final in a row. The Panthers won the first three games against Edmonton last year, then finished it off with a 2-1 victory after the Oilers forced a Game 7. That was the first Stanley Cup Final for the Oilers since 2006, their only other one since the franchise's five titles in a seven-season span from 1984-90. "I think we spent seven months getting ready for this playoff run. Like, I think it was on our minds since we lost that last game,' coach Kris Knoblauch said. 'A long, tough summer, and training camp, regular season and it was just kind of punching our card, showing up, wanting the playoffs, just having another opportunity.' While top scorers McDavid (26 points, six goals) and Leon Draisaitl (25 points, seven goals) were the players on the podium after the West clincher, these playoffs have been more than a two-man show for the Oilers. Nineteen different players have goals, 11 of them have at least three. Corey Perry, 40, has seven goals — the most in a single postseason by any player 39 or older. Both goalies, Stuart Skinner and Calvin Pickard, have won six games. Regular-season starter Skinner was replaced in net after the two losses to the Kings. He took over again when Pickard got hurt midway through the second round against Vegas. Skinner finished off the Golden Knights with consecutive shutouts, including a 1-0 overtime win in the clincher, and posted another shutout against the Stars. 'We're mature. We've learned, and we're learning every game. The way we're playing, the calmness on the bench and making plays when things are going hairy on the ice,' Perry said. 'This group, it's been a want since the end of last year. There's been a lot of things said about what happened last year and self-reflecting. But here we are.' So are they glad they get another shot at the Panthers? 'It doesn't matter. You're competing for a Stanley Cup,' said Perry, a Cup champion at age 22 with Anaheim in 2007, and now going into his fifth Final in six seasons while still seeking another title. 'I mean we know what they're about. We played them seven times and they're a good team,' Draisaitl said. 'We're really a good team as well. Obviously it's nice to get a shot at, you know, getting some revenge, but a long ways from that.'
