Oilers rally late to beat Kings 4-3 in OT

The Edmonton Oilers have once again pulled off a stunning comeback to keep their playoff hopes alive in a thrilling Game 4 victory over the Los Angeles Kings. Leon Draisaitl was the hero of the night, scoring the game-winning goal in overtime on the power play and adding three assists to help the Oilers even the first-round playoff series.

The game was a rollercoaster of emotions for both teams, with the Oilers finding themselves down by a goal in the third period. However, they refused to give up and managed to tie the game with just 29 seconds left on the clock thanks to a goal from Evan Bouchard. The late-game heroics set the stage for Draisaitl’s overtime winner, giving Edmonton a 4-3 victory and tying the series at 2-2.

Draisaitl emphasized the team’s never-say-die attitude, stating that it’s part of their identity to never quit no matter the circumstances. While he acknowledged the character shown by the team in coming back from deficits, he also highlighted the importance of playing with a lead to avoid needing late-game heroics in the future.

Captain Connor McDavid echoed Draisaitl’s sentiments, expressing the desire for a better start in upcoming games to avoid digging themselves into early holes. Despite the thrilling comeback victories, McDavid emphasized the need for the team to play with a lead and not rely solely on their ability to battle back in tight situations.

The Oilers’ resilience was on full display in Game 4, as they once again managed to claw their way back from a deficit to secure a crucial win. Corey Perry also contributed a goal for Edmonton, showcasing the team’s depth and ability to find scoring from multiple sources.

The Kings, on the other hand, lamented missed opportunities to close out the game, with head coach Jim Hiller acknowledging the difficulty of giving up a late-game power play in overtime. With the series now tied, both teams will head to Los Angeles for Game 5, where the intensity is expected to reach new heights as they battle for a crucial lead in the series.

In the end, the Oilers’ resilience and never-say-die attitude proved to be the difference-maker in Game 4, setting the stage for what promises to be a thrilling remainder of the series. With both teams evenly matched and hungry for victory, fans can expect more nail-biting action as the playoff battle between the Oilers and Kings intensifies.