Connor McDavid shines, but Edmonton Oilers' defensive lapses fail to seize control of the playoff series
Connor McDavid's first playoff goal and multi-point game weren't enough as defensive breakdowns plagued the Edmonton Oilers in a 7-4 loss to the Anaheim Ducks.
The Oilers now trail 2-1 in their first-round series, with coach Kris Knoblauch citing "freebies" and a lack of digging in front of the net as key issues.
- Ducks blast Oilers 7-4 in Game 3 in Anaheim's first home playoff game in 8 years ABC News —
- Anaheim Ducks blast Edmonton Oilers 7-4 in their first home playoff game in 8 years Associated Press —
- Ducks down Oilers 7-4, lead series 2-1 The Globe and Mail —
- Oilers vs. Ducks Game 3: Key takeaways as Anaheim's forwards soar again The New York Times —
- Ducks host the Oilers with 2-1 series lead ABC News —