Oilers vs. Ducks Game 2: Key takeaways as Edmonton briefly loses McDavid, then fades late

The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Edmonton Oilers 6-4 in Game 2 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series, tying the series 1-1. Cutter Gauthier scored two goals, including the game-winner with 4:52 remaining in the third period, while Ryan Poehling added an empty-net goal to seal the win. The Ducks overcame second-period leads of 3-1 and 4-2 being erased before scoring twice late, with special teams proving decisive as Anaheim capitalized on power-play opportunities. Game 3 is scheduled for Friday at Honda Center.