The Edmonton Oilers are showcasing resilience in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, recovering from deficits to achieve eight come-from-behind victories, the highest in this year’s playoffs. They’ve done it twice in the Stanley Cup Final, but their first-period struggles, where they’ve been outscored 7-0 in the last three games, are concerning. Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl thrive under pressure, and the Oilers have a history of rallying back in tough situations, previously overcoming a 3-1 deficit against the LA Kings.

Head coach Kris Knoblauch acknowledges the team’s struggles to start strong but emphasizes their resilience, citing the experience gained from prior elimination games. As they prepare for Game 6 against the Florida Panthers, the Oilers must focus on starting better to avoid constantly chasing their opponents. Despite the challenges, the belief in their capacity to come back remains strong, especially as they aim to extend the series to a seventh game.