The Edmonton Oilers defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 on Sunday night at Rogers Place, in a game that showcased offensive firepower, goaltending resilience, and a late surge from the Golden Knights. Here are three takeaways from the Oilers' victory:

1. Oilers' Offensive Stars Shine Bright:

The Oilers' top players delivered multi-point performances, driving the team's offensive success. Connor McDavid scored a highlight-reel goal, showcasing his speed and skill. Leon Draisaitl contributed with two assists, while Ryan Nugent-Hopkins had a standout game with two power-play goals and an assist. Zach Hyman also added a goal and an assist. Their combined efforts provided the offensive spark the Oilers needed to build a lead. McDavid has extended his point streak to 10 games with 12 goals and 26 points. The Oilers are now 15-1-3 when scoring first this season.

2. Connor Ingram's Solid Oilers Debut:

Goaltender Connor Ingram made his Oilers debut and secured his first victory with 26 saves. Ingram displayed composure in net, especially as the Golden Knights mounted their comeback. While he allowed three goals, including two on the power play, his overall performance provided the Oilers with the stability they needed in goal. Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch said that Ingram was huge.

3. Golden Knights' Third-Period Push Falls Short:

Trailing 4-0, the Vegas Golden Knights demonstrated their resilience with a strong push in the third period. Tomas Hertl, Pavel Dorofeyev, and Mitch Marner scored to bring the Golden Knights within one goal. However, despite their efforts and dangerous chances in the final minutes, they were unable to complete the comeback. The Golden Knights' inability to capitalize on their power-play opportunities earlier in the game proved costly, as they went 2 for 5 with the man advantage. According to Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch, the Oilers took their foot off the gas in the second period, giving the Golden Knights a chance to get back in the game.

The Oilers' victory was a testament to their offensive capabilities and goaltending, while the Golden Knights' near comeback highlighted their resilience. The Oilers have won three of their last four and are 7-2-1 in their last 10 games.