Overview
- Leon Draisaitl scored at 15:20 of overtime, assisted by Connor McDavid, to give the Oilers a 5-4 win in Game 2 against the Golden Knights.
- Edmonton's six consecutive comeback victories in a single postseason set a new NHL record, showcasing their resilience under pressure.
- The Oilers' depth shone with goals from Vasily Podkolzin, Jake Walman, Darnell Nurse, and Evander Kane, while Calvin Pickard made 28 saves despite injury concerns.
- Vegas struggled with inconsistent goaltending, as Adin Hill allowed five goals, and key injuries to Pavel Dorofeyev and Alex Pietrangelo impacted their lineup.
- Game 3 is scheduled for Saturday night in Edmonton, where the Oilers will look to extend their series lead on home ice.