{"id":2435,"date":"2025-06-05T14:06:55","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T11:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vsaworld.com\/blog\/?p=2435"},"modified":"2025-06-05T14:06:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T11:06:56","slug":"draisaitl-shines-as-oilers-rally-for-overtime-victory-in-game-1-of-2025-stanley-cup-final","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vsaworld.com\/blog\/draisaitl-shines-as-oilers-rally-for-overtime-victory-in-game-1-of-2025-stanley-cup-final\/","title":{"rendered":"Draisaitl Shines as Oilers Rally for Overtime Victory in Game 1 of 2025 Stanley Cup Final"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a heart-pounding Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhl.com\/news\/honor-roll-stock-watch-game-1-stanley-cup-final-2025\">June 4, 2025<\/a>, at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers staged a dramatic 4-3 overtime comeback against the Florida Panthers, seizing a 1-0 series lead. Leading the charge was Leon Draisaitl, whose two goals\u2014including the power-play overtime winner\u2014earned him top honors on NHL.com\u2019s performance grades. With standout contributions from Connor McDavid, Stuart Skinner, and others, Edmonton showcased resilience, capitalizing on a raucous home atmosphere to outlast a formidable Panthers squad. This article dives into the key performers, fantasy hockey implications, and what Game 1 revealed about this thrilling rematch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Draisaitl\u2019s Heroics Set the Tone<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leon Draisaitl wasted no time igniting Rogers Place, scoring just 66 seconds into the game off a Kasperi Kapanen rebound, his eighth playoff goal and the fastest to open a Stanley Cup Final in nearly 50 years. The early strike set a frenetic pace, but it was his overtime heroics at 19:29 that sealed the victory. Capitalizing on a power-play opportunity after Florida\u2019s Tomas Nosek took a delay-of-game penalty, Draisaitl buried a feed from McDavid, tying the NHL record for most overtime goals in a single postseason (three, matching Corey Perry and Matthew Tkachuk). His two goals brought his playoff total to 27 points, trailing only McDavid (28), making him a fantasy hockey juggernaut for points and goals. Draisaitl\u2019s performance, unhampered by last year\u2019s injuries, underscores his value as a clutch performer and a top fantasy pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Standout Performers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Connor McDavid, C, Edmonton Oilers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">McDavid\u2019s playmaking brilliance was pivotal, as he set up Draisaitl\u2019s overtime winner and Mattias Ekholm\u2019s third-period equalizer at 6:33, tying the game at 3-3. His two assists boosted his playoff-leading 28 points, reinforcing his Conn Smythe candidacy (-140 odds). McDavid\u2019s 142 speed bursts (20+ mph, per NHL EDGE) and precise passing make him a fantasy must-have for assists and shots on goal (SOG), with a Game 1 prop bet of over 2.5 SOG (-115) proving savvy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"MCDAVID to DRAISAITL wins Game 1 in OVERTIME!!!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lKr1PvTbtyw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 YouTube\/ NHL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stuart Skinner, G, Edmonton Oilers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After conceding three goals on Florida\u2019s first eight shots, including Sam Bennett\u2019s second at 2:00 of the second period, Skinner locked in, stopping 24 consecutive shots, including 16 in the second period when Florida outshot Edmonton 17-8. His 29 saves, including a critical stop in overtime\u2019s opening minute, earned fan chants of \u201cStuuuu!\u201d Skinner\u2019s resilience makes him a fantasy streaming option for wins and saves, especially at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sam Bennett, F, Florida Panthers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bennett countered Draisaitl\u2019s opener with two goals, including a controversial first-period tip-in that survived Edmonton\u2019s goaltender interference challenge and a second at 2:00 of the second, setting a Panthers playoff record with 12 goals. His 11 road goals tied an NHL record, making him a fantasy standout for goals and physicality (51 hits in Game 1). Despite the loss, Bennett\u2019s prop bet for over 0.5 points (+160) delivered value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brad Marchand, F, Florida Panthers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marchand, acquired from Boston, capitalized on the power play following Edmonton\u2019s failed challenge, scoring at 12:30 of the first to give Florida a 2-1 lead. His fifth playoff goal quieted the 113.6-decibel Rogers Place crowd, the loudest Cup Final opener in Canada since 2011. Marchand\u2019s 15 points (6 goals, 9 assists) and 40.1 miles of skating distance (95th percentile, NHL EDGE) make him a fantasy gem for points and SOG.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stock Watch: Rising Stars and Trends<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Jake Walman, D, Edmonton Oilers<\/strong>: Despite blocking a shot late in the first period and appearing injured, Walman logged an assist and five SOG, showcasing grit. His defensive play and offensive upside make him a fantasy sleeper for blocks and shots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nate Schmidt, D, Florida Panthers<\/strong>: Schmidt\u2019s two primary assists on Marchand\u2019s and Bennett\u2019s goals highlighted his playmaking. His contributions elevate his fantasy value for assists among depth defenders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oilers\u2019 Power Play<\/strong>: After going 0-for-3 through regulation, Edmonton\u2019s power play (29.6% playoff efficiency) delivered in overtime, with Draisaitl\u2019s winner. Fantasy managers should target Oilers\u2019 power-play contributors like McDavid and Evan Bouchard for points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Physicality<\/strong>: Both teams combined for 102 hits, with Evander Kane leading with nine. Kane\u2019s physical edge (94th percentile for midrange SOG) makes him a fantasy asset for hits and shots, with a Game 1 prop of 3+ SOG (+110) hitting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Takeaways from Game 1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Panthers\u2019 Rare Collapse<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Florida entered Game 1 with a 31-0 playoff record under coach Paul Maurice when leading after the first or second period, including 10-0 this postseason with a third-period lead. Edmonton\u2019s comeback, their third multi-goal rally of the playoffs, snapped that streak, tying a franchise record set in 1988 and 1990. The Panthers\u2019 inability to close out, as Bennett noted, suggests a need for tighter defensive play in Game 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oilers\u2019 Relentless Spirit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Edmonton\u2019s rally from a 3-1 deficit showcased their never-quit mentality, fueled by McDavid\u2019s leadership and Skinner\u2019s goaltending. Outshooting Florida 24-8 in the third period and overtime, the Oilers leveraged home-ice advantage (7-2 record, +12 goal differential). Their 41st multi-goal comeback in Cup Final history bodes well for fantasy managers banking on their offensive firepower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fantasy Hockey Implications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Game 1 reinforced Draisaitl and McDavid as elite fantasy picks, with Draisaitl\u2019s multi-goal game (27 points) and McDavid\u2019s assists (28 points) driving rosters. Skinner\u2019s save volume (29) offers value for goaltending categories, while Bennett and Marchand remain must-starts for Panthers\u2019 exposure. Kane\u2019s physicality and Walman\u2019s blocks provide depth options. With Game 2 looming on June 6, 2025, in Edmonton, fantasy managers should prioritize Oilers\u2019 home performers and monitor Florida\u2019s response, as teams winning Game 1 have a 76.5% Cup-winning rate historically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leon Draisaitl\u2019s electrifying performance in Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final, punctuated by his record-tying overtime winner, propelled the Oilers to a thrilling 4-3 victory over the Panthers. Supported by McDavid\u2019s playmaking, Skinner\u2019s goaltending, and a physical team effort, Edmonton seized early momentum in this rematch. For fantasy hockey enthusiasts, Draisaitl\u2019s heroics and the game\u2019s standout performances offer clear roster priorities. As the series unfolds, the Oilers\u2019 resilience and the Panthers\u2019 adjustments promise an epic battle, with Draisaitl leading the charge toward Edmonton\u2019s first Cup since 1990.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Source:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhl.com\/news\/honor-roll-stock-watch-game-1-stanley-cup-final-2025\">article by Tracey Myers<\/a>\u00a0on nhl.com, published on June 4th, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Achieve More With VSA: Boost your skills with world-class coaches for just $29\/hour. Perfect for skaters, hockey players, dancers, and athletes, VSA offers personalized training 24\/7, 365 days a year, anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By Vitalina Andrushchenko, Staff Writer<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a heart-pounding Game 1 of the 2025 Stanley Cup Final on June 4, 2025, at Rogers Place, the Edmonton Oilers staged a dramatic 4-3 overtime comeback against the Florida Panthers, seizing a 1-0 series lead. 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