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Oilers Dominate Knights in Game 4, Take Commanding 3-1 Series Lead

Edmonton's 3-0 victory, led by Henrique's two goals and Skinner's shutout, positions them one win away from the Western Conference finals.

Florida Panthers players clash with Toronto Maple Leafs players after Game 4 of a second-round NHL hockey playoff series, Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Sunrise, Fla. (AP Photo/Michael Laughlin)
Florida Panthers defenseman Gustav Forsling (42) and Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (34) battle on the boards during Game 4 of the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)
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Vegas Golden Knights' Ivan Barbashev (49) is stopped by Edmonton Oilers goalie Stuart Skinner (74) during first period round 2, game 4 NHL Stanley Cup playoff action in Edmonton, Monday, May 12, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Overview

  • Adam Henrique scored twice in the first period, marking his first multi-goal playoff game since 2012, and Evander Kane added a goal and an assist.
  • Stuart Skinner delivered a 23-save shutout, his second career playoff shutout, solidifying Edmonton's defensive effort in Game 4.
  • The Oilers showcased depth scoring, strategic lineup adjustments, and physical play, including the series' first fight between Trent Frederic and Nicolas Hague.
  • Edmonton has now won all eight of its Game 4s since 2023, with Skinner excelling in these situations, boasting a 5-0 record and a 1.31 GAA.
  • Game 5 is set for Wednesday in Las Vegas, where Edmonton will look to close out the series and advance to the conference finals for the second straight year.