Leon Draisaitl's Overtime Heroics: Edmonton Oilers Keep Stanley Cup Dream Alive
Tenacious Draisaitl manages to emerge victorious against the Panthers
In a thrilling turn of events, Leon Draisaitl, a German hockey phenom, steps up once more for the Edmonton Oilers, scoring the series-tying overtime goal in Game 4 against the Florida Panthers. The Oilers now stand even at 2-2 in the best-of-seven Stanley Cup final series, with the title going to the team that manages to win four games.
"We never give up," says Draisaitl, echoing the team's relentless spirit. The 29-year-old star's unique ability to perform under pressure, as evidenced by his two overtime game-winners, has earned him praise from teammates like Vasily Podkolzin and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who refer to him as one of the best players in the world and somebody they can always count on.
Oilers defy odds with spirited comeback
Trailing 0-3 after the first period, the Oilers managed to battle back, thanks in part to Draisaitl’s assist on Podkolzin's third-period goal. The Oilers took the lead midway through the final frame, only for the Panthers to level the scores 20 seconds from the buzzer, sending the game into overtime.
Such dramatic finishes are becoming the norm for this series, with three of the four games decided in overtime - a historically rare occurrence in the NHL finals. The series now moves back to Edmonton, where Game 5 is set for Saturday. With Draisaitl's overtime prowess, the Oilers will be hoping for another come-from-behind performance to keep their Stanley Cup dream alive.
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Fun Fact:
Did you know? Leon Draisaitl's four overtime goals in the 2025 postseason set an NHL record[2][3] and marked the first time a road team came back from a three-goal deficit to win a Stanley Cup Final game since 1919[2].
In the thrilling Stanley Cup Final series, Leon Draisaitl continue to shine in ice hockey, demonstrating his skills by scoring an overtime goal to tie the series for the Edmonton Oilers. Regardless of the odds, Draisaitl's performances in the NHL showcase his talent and make him one of the best players in the world.
