The Oilers almost stole Game 2 against the Panthers on Friday night, but they're still in a much better position than they were a year ago.

While battling injuries in the 2024 Stanley Cup Final, Draisaitl didn't look like himself. In Game 1 Wednesday, he was "a game-breaker."

McDavid won the Conn Smythe last season, even though the Oilers lost to the Florida Panthers in seven games in the Cup Final. He leads the playoffs with 28 points (six goals, 22 assists) in 17 games this season, but Draisaitl is right behind with 27 points (nine goals, 18 assists) in 17 games.