Oilers Win Game 1 of Western Conference Final 3-2 in Double OT Against Stars

May 24, 2024, 04:21 AM

The Edmonton Oilers secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final, winning in double overtime. Connor McDavid scored the game-winning goal just 32 seconds into the second overtime period, capitalizing on a pass from Evan Bouchard. This marks McDavid's first career multi-overtime goal. The Oilers' goaltender, Stuart Skinner, made 31 saves, playing a crucial role in the win. The Dallas Stars have now lost their seventh consecutive playoff Game 1.