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Connor McDavid Speaks Out on His Chemistry on Ice with $112,000,000 Oilers Superstar

Leon Draisaitl scored a power-play overtime goal on Wednesday to give the Edmonton Oilers a 4-3 win over the Florida Panthers in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final.
This rematch follows last season’s final when Edmonton fell behind 3-0, rallied to force a deciding game, but lost to Florida on home ice.
Draisaitl has nine playoff goals this spring, overcame prior injuries, and Connor McDavid praised their strong on-ice chemistry after the Game 1 victory.
Florida entered the series with a 31-0 playoff record when leading after two periods since 2023, which the Oilers ended with their Game 1 win; Game 2 is scheduled Friday in Edmonton.
The Oilers’ victory and improved roster health suggest positive momentum, but key players emphasize the job is far from done in the best-of-seven series.

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