Leon Draisaitl scored a dramatic overtime goal, assisted by Connor McDavid, leading the Edmonton Oilers to a thrilling 5-4 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. This win extends the Oilers' lead to 2-0 in their second-round playoff series. Despite a power play opportunity early in overtime, the Oilers capitalized on their moment later, showcasing the elite synergy between Draisaitl and McDavid. The Golden Knights, after experiencing a major penalty against Nicolas Roy, expressed frustration over a missed call involving Viktor Arvidsson.

Calvin Pickard made 28 saves for Edmonton, with contributions from players like Vasily Podkolzin and Darnell Nurse. The Golden Knights' Victor Olofsson and Alex Pietrangelo were standout performers, with Olofsson netting two power-play goals. Game 3 is set for Saturday in Edmonton, as the Oilers look to maintain their comeback momentum, having earned six consecutive victories after trailing in matches.