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Oilers Lose OT to Ducks, Controversial Goal Sparks Elimination Threat

4/28/2026

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The Edmonton Oilers fell 4-3 in overtime to the Anaheim Ducks in Game 4, leaving them one loss from elimination.
Ryan Poehling earned the OT winner after a review ruled the puck crossed the line despite Tristan Jarry’s skate, a call that Elliotte Friedman said lacked an on-ice official behind the net.
Former coach Peter Laviolette called the goal controversial and warned Edmonton must win three straight games to force Game 7.

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The Edmonton Oilers fell 4-3 in overtime to the Anaheim Ducks in Game 4, leaving them one loss from elimination.
Ryan Poehling earned the OT winner after a review ruled the puck crossed the line despite Tristan Jarry’s skate, a call that Elliotte Friedman said lacked an on-ice official behind the net.
Former coach Peter Laviolette called the goal controversial and warned Edmonton must win three straight games to force Game 7.