It has been a while since the last time Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm saw action on the ice. The veteran blue liner continues to be sidelined because of an undisclosed health issue, as he has not played a game yet in the 2025 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs.

Adam Henrique had two goals, Stuart Skinner made 23 saves and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 to take a 3-1 lead in their second-round NHL playoff series.

The Edmonton Oilers are a one-dimensional team. That criticism has followed the team for years during the Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl era. Many have argued that the team is far too reliant on its dynamic duo and lacks the supporting cast to bring the organization to its ultimate goal.

Leon Draisaitl, one of the most talented players in the Edmonton Oilers, appeared heartbroken after his team had lost to the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 3. But things went back on track for the Edmonton Oilers as their efforts paid off last night at Game 4 when they won against the Vegas Golden Knights.

The Oilers are proving to be a worthy Stanley Cup contender with each passing game — even with their star duo not at their best.