The Edmonton Oilers mounted a late comeback but ultimately settled for a draw against the Vancouver Canucks, missing superstar D-man Quinn Hughes in the process.
- In a tightly contested game on Sunday, the Oilers outshot the Canucks 13-8 in the first period but fell behind 2-0 due to a turnover and a power play goal.
- Leon Draisaitl initiated the Oilers comeback in the second period with a goal assisted by Evan Bouchard, narrowing the score to 2-1 before a late Vancouver goal made it 3-1.
- Kiefer Sherwood scored the tying goal for the Oilers late in the third period, forcing the game into Overtime (ice hockey) where both teams ultimately settled for a draw.
Why It Matters
This draw reflects the competitive nature of the NHL as teams strive for playoff positioning. The absence of key players like Quinn Hughes can significantly impact game outcomes and strategies.