Ducks lead Oilers 2-1

The Anaheim Ducks celebrated their first home playoff game in eight years with a dominant 7-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers.

Beckett Sennecke and Leo Carlsson scored 42 seconds apart in the third period to seal the win and give the Ducks a 2-1 series lead.

Connor McDavid scored his first goal of the playoffs for the Oilers, but it was not enough to overcome defensive lapses and a lack of net-front presence.

The Ducks' young core has ignited a patient fanbase, showing they can compete with established contenders.

Edmonton coach Kris Knoblauch expressed concern over 'freebies' given to the opposition as the team faces a must-win Game 4.