KEYS TO GAME 1

1 The Oilers got to more loose pucks. Both of Mark Letestu’s goals came on rebounds on the right side of the power play.

2 The Ducks were in the penalty box too much. They gave Edmonton five power plays, and the Oilers scored twice. The Ducks got three power plays and scored once.

3 Edmonton took advantage of Ducks’ missteps. Adam Larsson’s first goal came when the Ducks were trying to change lines. The Oilers also got a two-man advantage in the second period on a high-sticking penalty by Hampus Lindholm.