The Edmonton Oilers are on the cusp of ending Canada’s 32-year Stanley Cup drought after a thrilling comeback against the Florida Panthers. The Oilers trailed 3-0 at one point, but rallied to win 4-3 in overtime.
Leon Draisaitl scored the winning goal with 11:18 remaining in overtime, capping off an incredible comeback from the Oilers. “This is what we’ve been working towards all season,” said Connor McDavid. The team’s veteran players, including Darnell Nurse and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, credited their experience and desperation as key factors in the comeback.
The Panthers had dominated the game for 20 minutes, but the Oilers showed no signs of panic. Instead, they regrouped and refocused, led by Corey Perry’s motivational speech during intermission. “He spoke to us, and we listened,” said Nurse. The team’s mental toughness was on full display as they battled back from a seemingly insurmountable deficit.
The win marked the eighth comeback victory for the Oilers in these playoffs, matching their franchise record. Game 4 has put the series back on track, with the next two games featuring the Panthers as the road kings. The Oilers’ momentum is building, and fans are excited to see how this thrilling series unfolds.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6423517/2025/06/13/oilers-nhl-stanley-cup-playoffs-game-4