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Oilers Rally in Overtime to Tie Series Against Kings

Leon Draisaitl's power-play goal completes Edmonton's comeback from a two-goal deficit in Game 4, evening the first-round playoff series at 2-2.

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Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper, left, makes a save on a shot by the Edmonton Oilers’ Adam Henrique (19) during the overtime portion of Game 4 of their first-round playoff series on Sunday night in Edmonton, Alberta. The Kings lost, 4-3, as the Oilers knotted the best-of-seven series at 2-2. (Jason Franson/The Canadian Press via AP)
Edmonton Oilers Corey Perry (90) celebrates a goal scored on Los Angeles Kings goaltender Darcy Kuemper (35) during third-period NHL first-round playoff action on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Edmonton.

Overview

  • Leon Draisaitl scored the overtime game-winner on a power play at 18:18, following a tripping penalty on Vladislav Gavrikov.
  • Evan Bouchard scored twice for Edmonton, including the game-tying goal with 29 seconds left in regulation, marking his second consecutive multi-goal playoff game.
  • The Oilers overcame a 3-1 third-period deficit, continuing their trend of late-game comebacks in this series.
  • Edmonton goaltender Calvin Pickard made 38 saves, while Kings netminder Darcy Kuemper stopped 44 shots, including 17 in overtime.
  • Game 5 is set for Tuesday night in Los Angeles, where the Kings will look to capitalize on their strong home record this season.