In a thrilling playoff opener, the Edmonton Oilers showcased their trademark resilience, battling back from a daunting 4-0 deficit to tie the score against the L.A. Kings. Despite their valiant effort, which included a spectacular three-point night from captain Connor McDavid, the Oilers ultimately fell short as Phillip Danault scored the game-winner for the Kings with just 41 seconds left on the clock.

Oilers' head coach Kris Knoblauch praised his team's composure and perseverance, emphasizing their maturity and ability to handle adversity. Forward Zach Hyman echoed this sentiment, highlighting the talent within the squad that enables them to mount remarkable comebacks. However, the team’s promising comeback left them with a sense of disappointment as they headed into Game 2, knowing that they need to improve to take the series lead.