Oilers Defeat Golden Knights 3-2, Vegas Clinches Playoff Spot

The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2 on April 1, with Leon Draisaitl scoring his league-leading 52nd goal to secure the victory. The Oilers rallied in the second period with goals from Jake Walman and Viktor Arvidsson, overcoming an early deficit after Nicolas Roy scored for Vegas. Despite the loss, the Golden Knights clinched a playoff spot when the Calgary Flames lost their game. Draisaitl's goal not only marked his 399th career goal but also drew 'MVP' chants from the Edmonton crowd. The victory allows the Oilers to maintain a slim chance at the Pacific Division title, closing in on the Golden Knights, who remain in first place. Adin Hill of Vegas made 17 saves, while Calvin Pickard stopped 20 shots for Edmonton.