In Game 1 of the Stanley Cup final, the Oilers secured a hard-fought 4-3 overtime victory against the Panthers. The turning point came in the third period, where the Oilers outperformed their opponents, outshooting them 14-2 and achieving a 58.3% shot share, leading to a game-tying goal. Leon Draisaitl ultimately scored the game-winner during overtime, highlighting the Oilers' ability to maintain offensive pressure while surviving numerous scoring chances from the Panthers, setting a competitive tone for the series ahead of Game 2.
Winning the third period in the manner in which the Oilers did was crucial, as it led to overtime and demonstrated their consistent play during a critical phase.
They also outshot the Panthers 14-2, while having a 58.3% shot share, providing them with a sense of control they had been lacking to start.
Their constant ability to apply pressure for the final 15 minutes paid off with Leon Draisaitl scoring the game-winner off the power play.
They survived the Kasperi Kapanen mini-breakaway, showing resilience in pivotal moments that ultimately allowed them to secure the Game 1 victory.
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