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Kings Edge Oilers in Game 1 After Edmonton’s Dramatic Comeback Falls Short

Phillip Danault’s late goal secures a 6-5 win for Los Angeles as Edmonton rallies from a 4-0 deficit but looks to regroup for Game 2.

Los Angeles Kings left wing Kevin Fiala, left, and Edmonton Oilers centre Adam Henrique scuffle during the third period in Game 1 of an NHL hockey first-round playoff series Monday, April 21, 2025, in Los Angeles.
The Kings’ Adrian Kempe, left, scores past Edmonton goalie Stuart Skinner during the second period of Game 1 of their first-round playoff series Monday, April 21, 2025, at Crypto.com Arena. (Photo by David Crane, Los Angeles Daily News/SCNG)
Edmonton Oilers centre Connor McDavidl, left, moves the puck while under pressure from Los Angeles Kings defenceman Drew Doughty during the third period in Game 1 of an NHL hockey first-round playoff series Monday, April 21, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Kings defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-5 in Game 1 of their first-round NHL playoff series, with Phillip Danault scoring the game-winning goal in the final 41.1 seconds.
  • Edmonton erased a 4-0 deficit with a third-period surge led by Connor McDavid, who recorded one goal and three assists in the rally.
  • Despite the loss, Oilers players and coach Kris Knoblauch emphasized the team’s resilience and composure, citing their ability to handle adversity in past playoff runs.
  • The Oilers’ penalty kill played a pivotal role in their comeback attempt, successfully defending a 5-on-3 disadvantage during the third period.
  • Game 2 is scheduled for Wednesday in Los Angeles before the series shifts to Edmonton for Games 3 and 4, with Edmonton aiming to avoid falling behind 0-2 in the series.