Ducks Soar Past Oilers in Tight Pacific Division Battle

Anaheim Ducks hand Edmonton Oilers second straight loss at home

Mar. 28, 2026 at 9:39am

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The Anaheim Ducks defeated the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 in an overtime thriller at Rogers Place on Saturday afternoon. The Ducks rallied from a one-goal deficit in the third period to force overtime and then scored the game-winner, keeping their playoff push alive in the tight Pacific Division race.

Why it matters

This was a crucial game for both teams as they jockey for position in the competitive Pacific Division. The Ducks' victory keeps them within striking distance of the division lead, while the Oilers' second straight home loss drops them further behind their rivals.

The details

Anaheim's Cutter Gauthier led the way with a goal and an assist, while Leo Carlsson, Troy Terry, and Chris Kreider also scored for the Ducks. Edmonton's Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl each had a goal and an assist, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Ducks' resilient effort. Goaltender Lukas Dostal made 35 saves to earn the win for Anaheim.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 3:30 PM EDT.
  • The Ducks rallied from a 3-2 deficit in the third period to force overtime.

The players

Cutter Gauthier

Anaheim Ducks forward who leads the team in scoring with 63 points.

Connor McDavid

Edmonton Oilers captain and league-leading scorer with 121 points.

Leon Draisaitl

Edmonton Oilers forward who has 97 points this season.

Lukas Dostal

Anaheim Ducks goaltender who made 35 saves to earn the victory.

Evan Bouchard

Edmonton Oilers defenseman who has 84 points this season.

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What they’re saying

“We knew this was going to be a tough game against a great team, but our guys showed a lot of heart to come back and get the win.”

— Dallas Eakins, Anaheim Ducks Head Coach

“It's frustrating to let this one slip away at home, but we'll regroup and get ready for the next one.”

— Connor McDavid

What’s next

The Ducks will head home to face the Toronto Maple Leafs in their next game, while the Oilers will host the Seattle Kraken.

The takeaway

This hard-fought battle between two Pacific Division rivals showcased the competitiveness of the division race. The Ducks' comeback victory demonstrated their resilience and ability to win tough road games, while the Oilers' loss highlighted their need to shore up their defensive play at home.