Oilers score 4 goals in 3rd period to take down Kings in Game 3
The Edmonton Oilers came alive in a thrilling 7-4 playoff victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Friday night. Evan Bouchard and Connor Brown led the charge with two goals each, while Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Evander Kane, and Connor McDavid also found the back of the net. Despite trailing 4-3 with under seven minutes left to play, the Oilers rallied to secure the win.
The Kings got on the board first with Adrian Kempe scoring a goal, but Edmonton quickly responded with goals from Nugent-Hopkins and Bouchard to take a 2-0 lead. Los Angeles fought back to tie the game, with goals from Kevin Fiala and Drew Doughty, before taking a 4-3 lead late in the second period.
However, the Oilers refused to back down, tying the game at 4-4 with goals from Kane and Brown. A controversial goal from Kane, initially thought to be kicked in but later determined to be a good goal, gave Edmonton the lead. Bouchard then sealed the deal with a tip-in goal off a perfect pass from Leon Draisaitl. McDavid and Brown added empty-net goals to secure the victory.
This win marks the fourth consecutive year that the Oilers and Kings have faced off in the first round of the playoffs, with Edmonton coming out on top in the previous three series. The Oilers will look to even the series in Game 4 on Sunday in Edmonton.
The high-scoring affair showcased the offensive firepower of both teams, with goaltenders Calvin Pickard and Darcy Kuemper facing a barrage of shots throughout the game. The back-and-forth action kept fans on the edge of their seats, and the Oilers’ resilience in the face of adversity proved they are a force to be reckoned with in the post-season.
As the series continues, both teams will be looking to make adjustments and capitalize on their strengths to secure a crucial win. With the momentum now on their side, the Oilers will be looking to carry that energy into the next game and even the series against the Kings. Stay tuned for more exciting playoff action as these two teams battle it out for a spot in the next round.
