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Ducks Win OT, Lead Series 3-1 Amid Goal-Line Dispute

4/28/2026

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Ducks Overtime Win

On April 27 2026, the Ducks beat the Oilers 4–3 in overtime, taking a 3–1 series lead.
Ryan Poehling scored early in overtime after a deflection off Darnell Nurse’s skate, with the NHL Situation Room upholding the goal.
Coach Kris Knoblauch and defenseman Mattias Ekholm said they could not see the puck cross the line.
The loss puts Edmonton on the brink of elimination, renewing calls for improved goal-line technology.

Summary

Jarry Starts Game5

Jarry started Game 4 for the Oilers and made 34 saves despite the overtime loss.
Coach Kris Knoblauch had not named a starter before Game 4, noting Ingram’s 4.70 GAA and .849 save percentage versus Jarry’s .857 mark.
After the defeat, Knoblauch said Jarry will start Game 5, emphasizing the need for a solid net performance.
Jarry now has a 0-4 playoff overtime record and five straight postseason defeats, raising pressure on Edmonton’s starter.

History

Historical Context

After the 310-day 2004-05 lockout ended in July 2005, the NHL added a shootout for tied games and a three-on-three overtime format in the 2005-06 season. Those changes, driven by Commissioner Gary Bettman, set the framework for today’s Ducks-Oilers overtime dispute, where coaches Kris Knoblauch and Cam Talbot contest a crucial goal-line call.

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Ducks Overtime Win

On April 27 2026, the Ducks beat the Oilers 4–3 in overtime, taking a 3–1 series lead.
Ryan Poehling scored early in overtime after a deflection off Darnell Nurse’s skate, with the NHL Situation Room upholding the goal.
Coach Kris Knoblauch and defenseman Mattias Ekholm said they could not see the puck cross the line.
The loss puts Edmonton on the brink of elimination, renewing calls for improved goal-line technology.

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