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Oilers Eliminate Kings for Fourth Straight Year in First Round

Edmonton secured a 6–4 victory in Game 6 to clinch the series and advance to face the Vegas Golden Knights in the second round.

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Edmonton Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard (30) and Connor Brown (28) celebrate the win over the Los Angeles Kings during NHL playoff action in Edmonton on Thursday, May 1, 2025.
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Overview

  • The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Los Angeles Kings 6–4 in Game 6 at Rogers Place, completing their fourth consecutive first-round series win over the Kings.
  • Edmonton overcame a 2–0 series deficit by winning four straight games, showcasing their resilience and ability to adjust under pressure.
  • Leon Draisaitl extended his playoff point streak against Los Angeles to 19 games, tying NHL legends Wayne Gretzky and Mark Messier for the record against a single opponent.
  • The Oilers' depth and offensive power were on full display, with six different players scoring in the decisive Game 6.
  • Despite strong goaltending from Darcy Kuemper throughout the series, the Kings were unable to capitalize on their regular-season success, marking another early postseason exit.