Oilers Triumph Over Ducks
In an exhilarating matchup on Monday, the Edmonton Oilers secured a decisive 7-4 win against the Anaheim Ducks, thanks in large part to Mattias Ekholm’s remarkable hat trick. The Oilers showcased their strength with an impressive second period, where they turned the tide of the game.
Key Performers
Alongside Ekholm’s standout performance, Zach Hyman and Connor McDavid contributed significantly, each notching a goal and an assist. Darnell Nurse and newcomer Spencer Stastney, who tallied his first goal while donning an Oilers jersey, also found the net, rounding out a powerful offensive display.
Leon Draisaitl was instrumental in the win, assisting on four goals, while goaltender Tristan Jarry managed to block 36 shots out of 40 faced, earning a crucial win for his team.
Ducks’ Struggles
Meanwhile, the Ducks, who had entered the game riding a seven-game winning streak following a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the Calgary Flames, were unable to maintain their momentum. Though they scored four times, three came from Mikael Granlund, who capitalized on the power play to register his tenth goal of the season just minutes into the first period.
Granlund’s line mate, Alex Killorn, added to the score in the second period, showing that the Ducks were not easily deterred. Beckett Sennecke was a key player for Anaheim as well, managing two assists in the game, while goaltender Ville Husso had a challenging performance, stopping 25 shots but ultimately suffering the loss.
Player Updates
The Oilers welcomed back winger Kasperi Kapanen, who had been sidelined for three games due to injury, and saw center Josh Samanski make his NHL debut. Cutter Gauthier continued to shine during his point streak, assisting Granlund on his first goal and bringing his total to three goals and four assists over the last five games.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Ducks will head to Vancouver to face the Canucks on Thursday, while the Oilers will return home to host the San Jose Sharks the same night.
