Despite a thrilling late comeback, the Edmonton Oilers fell to the Los Angeles Kings 6-5 in Game 1 of their playoff series after trailing 4-0. Adam Henrique expressed the team’s resilience, highlighting their ability to tie the game with less than 90 seconds remaining. Connor McDavid led the charge with a goal and three assists, proving instrumental in the Oilers' fight back. Coach Kris Knoblauch stated the importance of every shift in playoff intensity, crediting their composure under pressure.

The pivotal moment came in the third period when the Oilers scored three goals in just over ten minutes. Even when down 4-1, Knoblauch believed in his team's potential to rally, a sentiment echoed by players like Zach Hyman. The Oilers’ performance showed their determination but ultimately fell short due to Phillip Danault's late goal for the Kings. Looking ahead, the Oilers are eager to bounce back in Game 2.