Draisaitl's heroic return sparks oilers in thrilling nhl playoff opener

Leon draisaitl's highly anticipated return from injury sparked the Edmonton Oilers to a hard-fought 4-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks in their NHL playoff opener, capping a thrilling comeback.

Draisaitl shines in oilers' triumph

Draisaitl, Germany's top NHL star, had missed five weeks due to a knee injury sustained in a March 15 game against Nashville. Despite his uncertain status until the last minute, the talented forward made an immediate impact, setting up the Oilers' opening goal in the first period and then netting the decisive score with 1:16 remaining in the third.