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Get ready for some edge-of-your-seat action, hockey fans! The Edmonton Oilers have claimed the lead in the race for the Stanley Cup due to Leon Draisaitl's impressive performance. The German powerhouse sealed a dramatic win in Game 1 against the Florida Panthers.
Leon "The Lion King" Draisaitl shredded the ice, bagging a double for Edmonton. He kicked off the scoring early on and clinched the victory in the first overtime – a golden strike at 80:00. That means the Oilers have now got one win under their belt and are heading into the next game with a 1-0 series lead, needing four more victories to raise the coveted Stanley Cup.
Following their victory, Draisaitl chatted with Canadian TV station Sportsnet about the game, praising his teammates Connor McDavid and Corey Perry for their "great passes."
The NHL celebrated Draisaitl's historic goal on their homepage. Last year, Edmonton conceded the Stanley Cup to the Panthers in a nail-biting seven-game series. Determined to make amends, the Oilers, coached by Dave Tippett, are aiming to bring the title back to Edmonton since they last lifted it in 1990. The second game goes down in Edmonton, airing early Saturday morning (2:00 AM CET, Sky). Whether Nico Sturm will play for Florida remains to be seen.
Edmonton's Comeback Kings
The game against the Panthers was a spellbinding tussle that showcased the Oilers' mental fortitude. Trailing by two goals initially, the Oilers rallied, with Draisaitl striking the first blow. But the Panthers counterattacked, bolstering their lead thanks to goals from Sam Bennett (11:00, 23:00) and Brad Marchand (13:00). However, the Oilers fought back relentlessly, bagging goals from Victor Arvidsson (24:00) and Mattias Ekholm (47:00) to force overtime. In overtime, Draisaitl netted the game-winner on a power play, following a careless penalty from Florida's Tomas Nosek.
The Oilers demonstrated remarkable resilience, boasting seven comeback wins in the playoffs this season. They are level with the Dallas Stars for the most third-period comeback victories (four). For the Panthers, it marked their first loss after leading after the first or second period in the last three seasons, snapping a 31-game winning streak.
References:
- Sportsnet
- NHL
- CBC Sports
- ESPN
- The Athletic
Sports fans, don't miss the upcoming games as the Edmonton Oilers continue their quest for the Stanley Cup. Leon Draisaitl, a key player, showcased his skills in ice hockey, particularly in NHL, scoring a crucial goal in their victory over the Florida Panthers in Game 1. Sports enthusiasts might also be interested in watching other sports like football or hockey, but right now, the attention is on the NHL and the Oilers.
