When the Oilers put their top stars together midway through Game 1, it tilted the ice. But it's not as simple as sticking with what works.

Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl Trade Messages After Win Against Panthers originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Edmonton Oilers opened the 2025 Stanley Cup Final with a comeback win over the Florida Panthers, erasing a two-goal deficit to secure a 4–3 overtime victory.

The Edmonton Oilers overcame a 3-1 deficit to steal Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final in overtime, thanks to a goal from Leon Draisaitl. It was the second of Draisaitl's goals and another data point proving that he's one of the most prolific offensive players in the sport—even if he doesn't get the same press his teammate Connor McDavid receives.