Edmonton Oilers showed their skill and strategic prowess by defeating Calgary Flames 4-2 recently – their fourth victory out of five matches! This win increased Edmonton’s season record to 6-5-1 further demonstrating their current form in the league.
Draisaitl Stars in the Oilers’ Victory
Leon Draisaitl led Edmonton’s efforts with two goals and an assist, contributing significantly throughout. Draisaitl made an instantaneous mark against Flames goaltender Dan Vladar by scoring on an outmaneuver from just 20 seconds into the match! Other contributors for Edmonton included Zach Hyman, Jeff Skinner and Mattias Janmark as well. Janmark sealed victory by scoring an empty net goal – also stopping 29 shots himself! Stuart Skinner played an invaluable role as well.
Calgary Flames’ Comeback Effort Unsuccessful
The Flames made a valiant effort to bounce back after falling behind by two goals early on. Anthony Mantha managed to redirect a shot into the Oilers’ goal, and Yegor Sharangovich tied the game at 2-2 with a precise shot in the third period. Nonetheless, the Oilers regained their lead and ultimately sealed their victory with a late-game power-play goal by Hyman and an empty-net goal from Janmark.
Oilers’ Strategic Play Secures the Win
An important factor in the Oilers’ win was their effective power-play, highlighted by Hyman’s crucial goal. The Flames, in contrast, struggled to keep up with the Oilers’ tempo and couldn’t sustain offensive pressure throughout the game.
Pivotal Game Moment
A decisive moment occurred when the Flames received a penalty for too many players on the ice with only 2:18 left on the clock, critically hindering their chance to push the game into overtime.
Draisaitl’s Road Performance Excel
Leon Draisaitl has maintained an exceptional performance on the road recently, contributing five goals and three assists over four games. Since Connor McDavid was sidelined due to injury, Draisaitl’s output increased with two goals and four assists scored during recent two matches alone; Draisaitl’s consistency has proven essential to Oilers wins without McDavid present.
Upcoming Games for Both Teams
On Monday, the Oilers take on the Devils while on Tuesday the Flames will start their three-game road trip in Montreal – both teams looking forward to welcoming back their respective star player Connor McDavid later in March.