In a thrilling matchup, the Anaheim Ducks overcame a two-goal deficit to secure a 5-3 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Ryan Strome made a significant impact by scoring the game-winning goal with just 2:36 left on the clock, marking his sixth goal of the season. Initially, the goal was not counted, but after a review, it was confirmed that Strome's shot had completely crossed the goal line before being halted by Oilers goalie Calvin Pickard.

The Ducks also saw contributions from Mason McTavish, who added an empty-net goal, and Cutter Gauthier, who along with McTavish and Robby Fabbri, tallied a goal and an assist each. Drew Helleson also found the back of the net, helping the Ducks end a seven-game losing streak against the Oilers. Lukas Dostal was solid in net, making 20 saves throughout the contest.

On the other side, the Oilers were led by Leon Draisaitl, who scored two goals, and Connor McDavid, who provided two assists. Evan Bouchard also contributed a goal, but it wasn't enough to secure a win. Draisaitl's performance was particularly noteworthy as he became the fourth player in NHL history to record at least 120 points in a calendar year, achieving 50 goals and 71 assists in 2024.

Key moments in the game included Robby Fabbri's equalizer, which came just 2:27 before Strome's decisive goal. Fabbri has been impressive since returning from a knee injury, accumulating seven points in eight games. Additionally, McDavid extended his point streak against the Ducks to 14 games, showcasing his dominance in the matchup. With both teams set to play at home on Tuesday, the Ducks will face New Jersey while the Oilers take on Utah.