Rallies have been the norm for the Oilers in these playoffs. They set the Stanley Cup Playoffs record with five come-from-behind wins in one postseason, and the second round just started. While jumping out in front might be more beneficial, Edmonton has shown that even when they’re down, they’re not out.

Each team has the experience of a recent Stanley Cup Final appearance. The Golden Knights won it in 2023 before losing a seven-game series to the Dallas Stars in the first round last season. The Oilers are coming off last season's Game 7 loss to the Florida Panthers in the Stanley Cup Final.

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