Draisaitl Hits 900 Points: Oilers Win 3-2 in OT Comeback vs. Bruins

The Edmonton Oilers looked lethargic in the first period but staged a dramatic comeback against the Boston Bruins on Thursday night, rallying from a two-goal deficit to win 3-2 in overtime. Mattias Ekholm saw the opening in extra time and cashed in to earn the Oilers the second point of two. After going down 2-0 early, the Oilers displayed determination and offensive stick-with-it to claw back and secure the win in dramatic fashion. This game marks the Oilers’ sixth win in their last seven outings.

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Here are the key takeaways from what turned out to be a thrilling game:

Slow Start, Strong Finish for the Oilers

The Oilers struggled early, generating little offense and failing to match the Bruins’ intensity in the first period. It was a perfect road period for the Bruins, who weren’t happy with their start in their previous game versus the Calgary Flames. The lack of energy and urgency looked like it would be an issue, particularly during a power play that failed to register a shot.

However, the Oilers regrouped in the second period, adopting a more direct and simplified game. Ekholm admitted after the game that the Oilers were a little slow in the first, but they told each other in the dressing room that they just needed to get one goal per period. That’s how it worked out. One in the second, another late in the third, and the game-winner in overtime. plan that paid dividends as the game progressed.

The third period was tough sledding too, but the Oilers found their opportunities late when they went in tight on goaltender Jeremy Swayman.

Leon Draisaitl’s Milestone Night for the Oilers

Leon Draisaitl was instrumental in the comeback, notching three assists to reach the 900-point milestone for his career. He was in on every goal for the Oilers. He has earned multiple points in seven straight games. He is now tied with Nathan MacKinnon for the NHL scoring lead at 50 points. Draisaitl’s consistency and clutch play have been instrumental in the team’s current run.

He said after the game that it feels good to reach the milestone and he’s proud of himself, but he knows he can’t get there without his teammates.

Head coach Kris Knoblauch loaded up the Oilers’ top line after a sloppy first, and the results were impressive. Connor McDavid contributed a goal and an assist, bringing his total to 15 points over the last seven games. Zach Hyman also chipped in with a goal and an assist, continuing his scorching pace with eight goals and nine points in his last seven contests.

Mattias Ekholm Delivers in OT

Defenseman Mattias Ekholm capped the comeback with the overtime winner, a reward for joining the rush on a 2-on-1 opportunity created by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Draisaitl. Ekholm’s poise and offensive instincts were clutch. His past to Nugent-Hopkins to break out of the zone was impressive.

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