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2010 Stanley Cup finals: Hawks thump Flyers, take Game 5 7-4

Dustin Byfuglien, Brian Boucher

Chicago Blackhawks right wing Dustin Byfuglien (33) scores against Philadelphia Flyers goalie Brian Boucher in the second period of Game 5 of the NHL Stanley Cup hockey finals on Sunday, June 6, 2010, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Chuck Cherney)

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The Chicago Blackhawks were able to completely wipe away any lingering issues they had from playing in Philadelphia and took out the Flyers in Game 5 7-4. With the win, the Blackhawks take a 3-2 series lead and afford themselves the opportunity to win their first Stanley Cup since 1961 on Wednesday night.

Leading the way for Chicago tonight was the seemingly rejuvenated Dustin Byfuglien who netted two goals as well as assisting on two others while doing his best to get physical with everyone in a Flyer uniform. Flyers defenseman Chris Pronger, who has been a force all series long, suffered greatly tonight clocking in with a -5 rating and took a penalty in the second period that lead to Byfuglien’s first goal of the night.

More coverage is on the way tonight with quotes and video to come.