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Connor McDavid Dominates Stanley Cup Finals
McDavid Leads Oilers to Victory in Game 1
The Edmonton Oilers took an early lead in the Stanley Cup Finals, defeating the Tampa Bay Lightning 5-3 in Game 1. Connor McDavid led the way for the Oilers, scoring two goals and adding an assist. McDavid has been dominant throughout the playoffs, and he is now just one win away from leading the Oilers to their first Stanley Cup since 1990.
The Oilers got off to a quick start in Game 1, scoring two goals in the first period. McDavid scored the first goal of the game on a power play, and he added his second goal later in the period. The Lightning fought back in the second period, scoring two goals of their own. However, the Oilers regained the lead in the third period, and they held on for the win.
McDavid was the best player on the ice in Game 1. He was a constant threat to score, and he made several key plays throughout the game. McDavid is now the leading scorer in the playoffs, and he is one of the favorites to win the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoff MVP.
The Oilers will look to take a 2-0 lead in the Stanley Cup Finals when they face the Lightning in Game 2 on Wednesday night.
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