"All anyone's going to remember from Saturday night is the very last second, which is how Vegas managed to cut into Edmonton's 2-0 series lead."
"Draisaitl himself had to sit through the review, rewatch his role in the play, and then stoically answer questions about that crucial deflection."
In Game 3, a last-second goal by Vegas' Reilly Smith shocked the Oilers, who had been leading the series 2-0. Despite a strong performance by Edmonton goalie Stuart Skinner and a brilliant pass from Connor McDavid, the outcome hinged on a critical deflection by Leon Draisaitl. This moment became a focal point of the game, as Draisaitl's inadvertent contribution resulted in a buzzer-beater that transformed the series dynamic, highlighting the unpredictability of hockey and the importance of timing in crucial moments.
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