In a thrilling encounter, Reilly Smith scored a last-second goal to lead the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup playoff series. The game was tied at 3-3 when Smith netted the decisive goal with just 0.4 seconds left on the clock, assisted by William Karlsson. This win marks the Golden Knights' first in the series, cutting the Oilers' lead to 2-1.

Smith also scored earlier in the game, tying the match at 2-2 in the first period. Despite a fightback from the Oilers, including a goal from Connor McDavid that leveled the score late in the game, Smith's heroics sealed the victory and provided a much-needed boost to the Golden Knights' playoff hopes. The series continues with a crucial Game 4 in Edmonton.

The Vegas Golden Knights pulled off a dramatic last-second victory against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 3 of the series, winning 4-3 with Reilly Smith scoring the game-winner with just 0.4 seconds left on the clock. The Golden Knights seized the moment and utilized social media to remind everyone of the thrilling finish, posting a simple yet cutting message: '0.4 seconds.'

This victory shifts the series to 2-1 in favor of the Oilers, who were on the brink of extending their lead to 3-0. Edmonton will now host Game 4, needing to regain momentum against a resurgent Golden Knights team hungry for a series equalizer.

The Edmonton Oilers faced a stunning setback in Game 3 against the Vegas Golden Knights, losing 4-3 with just 0.4 seconds left on the clock. A seemingly innocuous shot from Reilly Smith deflected off Leon Draisaitl’s stick, sealing the victory for Vegas. Draisaitl, who registered two assists in the game, described the moment as ‘unfortunate’ and acknowledged the poor defensive positioning that led to the critical goal.

Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch echoed Draisaitl's sentiments, emphasizing that the team was in a solid position before the last-second mishap. The pressure of the playoff atmosphere was palpable, as both teams fought desperately to secure the win. With this loss, the Oilers now lead the series 2-1, and they'll look to regain momentum in Game 4.

In a thrilling Game 3 matchup, the Edmonton Oilers faced a heartbreaking defeat against the Vegas Golden Knights, with the winning goal scored just 0.4 seconds before the final buzzer. Goaltender Stuart Skinner, filling in for the injured Calvin Pickard, expressed disappointment but emphasized the unpredictable nature of hockey, attributing the goal to a fortunate bounce rather than a mistake on his part.

Skinner made 20 saves during the game but has struggled in the playoffs, holding a 5.36 goals-against average and a .817 save percentage, both ranking last among playoff goalies with multiple games played. Despite the loss, the Oilers maintain a 2-1 series lead over the Golden Knights, setting up a crucial Game 4.

In a thrilling conclusion to Game 3 of the Western Conference second-round series, Reilly Smith of the Vegas Golden Knights scored a remarkable game-winning goal against the Edmonton Oilers with just 0.4 seconds remaining, cutting the Oilers' series lead to 2-1. This last-minute deflection stunned the Edmonton crowd and tied Smith with Nazem Kadri and Jussi Jokinen for the latest go-ahead goal in Stanley Cup Playoff history.

With the game tied at 3-3 after Connor McDavid's goal, Smith maneuvered through defenders and, after a deflection off Leon Draisaitl, found the net. This victory comes as the Golden Knights have faced challenges, including the absence of captain Mark Stone due to injury. The series continues with Game 4 in Edmonton.