Edmonton's semifinal series matches up against Dallas, with both teams currently locked in a draw.
The Edmonton Oilers, spearheaded by star player Leon Draisaitl, retain hopes for the NHL title following their victorious performance in Game 2 of the Western Conference final against the Dallas Stars. After suffering an opening defeat (3:6), the series now stands level at 1-1.
Draisaitl, aged 29, once more orchestrated the victory, providing the assist for Evan Bouchard's power play goal, which was subsequently deflected into the net by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins for an early lead (6:0). The German superstar has amassed 20 points in the 13th playoff game of the season.
Later in the second period, Brett Kulak extended the lead with a rebound goal (36:0), followed swiftly by Connor Brown, who deflected a shot from Nugent-Hopkins for the decisive third goal (37:0).
Goaltender Stuart Skinner played a pivotal role in the Oilers' triumph, preventing 25 shots and earning his third clean sheet in the playoffs. Dallas, who previously boasted seven consecutive home victories at the American Airlines Center, were left impacted.
Following two games on the road, Edmonton will now host the Stars in consecutive matches. The series resumes on Sunday (9 PM CET).
[1] The series record, as of the latest information, is as follows:- Dallas Stars: 1 win- Edmonton Oilers: 1 win
[2] Game schedule:- Game 3: Edmonton Oilers vs Dallas Stars, 6:00 PM ET- Game 4: Tuesday, May 27, 8 PM ET at Edmonton- Game 5: Thursday, May 29, 8 PM ET at Dallas- Game 6 (if necessary): Saturday, May 31, 8 PM ET at Edmonton- Game 7 (if necessary): Monday, June 2, 8 PM ET at Dallas.
With Edmonton securing a win in Game 3, the series now has a tense 1-1 standoff.
[1] The Edmonton Oilers' victory in Game 2, fueled by Leon Draisaitl's assist and expert goaltending by Stuart Skinner, has kept their NHL hockey hopes alive, as the sports rivalry between them and the Dallas Stars remains tight with each team securing one win in the NHL playoffs.
[2] As the series moves into the next phase, hockey fans are eager to witness the ongoing sports drama unfold as Draisaitl and the Oilers aim to clinch the NHL title, starting with Game 3 of the Western Conference final, which is scheduled for the evening of Game 3 at the NHL's National Hockey League (NHL).
