Overview

• Leon Draisaitl scored the tying goal and assisted another as the Oilers defeated the Golden Knights 4–2 in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals.
• The victory in Las Vegas gives Edmonton a 1–0 lead in the best-of-seven series, with the next two games also set to take place in Las Vegas.
• Draisaitl’s playoff totals now stand at four goals and eight assists, further cementing his MVP-caliber postseason performance.
• The Oilers' resilience continues after overcoming a 0–2 deficit in the first round to eliminate the Los Angeles Kings.
• In the Eastern Conference, the Carolina Hurricanes lead their semifinal series 1–0 after a 2–1 overtime win against the Washington Capitals.